NHTSA Recall 08V305000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
PIAGGIO USA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 646 vehicles. It affects 2007–2008 Moto Guzzi Norge.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V305000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | July 9, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Piaggio is recalling 646 my 2007-2008 moto guzzi norge 1200 motorcycle models equipped with triom headlights, low beam bulb and headlight reflectors. The headlight low beam bulb has a "pigtail" wire attached to it. This wire connects the low beam bulb to the motorcycle's wiring harness. It may touch the hardware used to secure the bulb in the reflector. Over time and vibration the insulation may wear through causing the direct short to ground. This short causes the motorcycle's main fuse to blow and all electrical power to the motorcycle to stop.
Safety risk
Electrical power to the motorcycle is cut off and as a result, the engine stalls increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new bulb with an extra protection around the power wire to provide greater protection. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact piaggio at 212-380-4431.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V305000
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.