NHTSA Recall 17V380000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,139 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V380000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | June 14, 2017 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2017 Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer 750, V7 III Stone 750, V7 III Special 750, and 2016-2017 V9 Bobber, V9 Roamer motorcycles. The front ABS brake hose may rub against the engine's secondary air system connection, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Safety risk
A loss of brake fluid can lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will secure the front ABS brake hose to prevent it from rubbing. Any hose that has already been damaged, will be replaced. The repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2017. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V380000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber | 2016 |
| Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer | 2016 |
| Piaggio Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer 7 | 2017 |
| Piaggio V7 III Special 750 | 2017 |
| Piaggio V7 III Stone 750 | 2017 |
| Piaggio V9 Bobber | 2017 |
| Piaggio V9 Roamer | 2017 |
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.