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Aprilia RSV4 to Be Recalled for Engine Replacement

Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia announced its intent to recall a limited number of RSV4 motorcycles for engine replacement. Aprilia conducted various tests and verifications until it finally assessed that one component in a small group of engines assembled during a specific time period had failed to meet stringent factory quality standards, resulting in a risk of future engine failures.

Only a small number of production units are affected, but the recall impacts all RSV4 motorcycles delivered within the US market to-date.

There have been no warranty claims related to this potential issue in the US market so far. However, “in line with the premium quality standards of Aprilia motorcycles and potential safety implications, the manufacturer and its dealerships are committed to immediate action to ensure complete Aprilia owner satisfaction,” a company statement reads.

Aprilia USA technical representatives are contacting each RSV4 owner to notify them of the replacement process and timeframe, before issuing the official safety recall in North America. Just as expected, the replacement will be conducted free of charge for the customers at Aprilia dealers who have completed RSV4 technical training. Free transportation of the RSV4 to the dealership will be provided.

Aprilia dealers were notified of the pending recall on January 21, 2010. Replacement engines for all units affected are already in transit to the US market and owners are in the process of being contacted. Aprilia USA is expecting to complete the engine replacement on consumer RSV4 motorcycles by the end of February 2010.
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