NHTSA Recall 02V262000: Vehicle speed control
MOTO GUZZI NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,284 vehicles. It affects 1998–2001 Moto Guzzi California.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V262000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | September 24, 2002 |
| Owner notification | October 7, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the throttle linkage can fail to return to a completely closed position.
Safety risk
Should this failure occur, the motorcycle could fail to decelerate when the rider wants it to, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle return cable. Owner notification is expected to begin during october 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact moto guzzi at 1-678-238-0902.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V262000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.