Moto Guzzi Special problems & recalls
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Wheels #01V081000 · 2001 · 909 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with wheel 03 63 06 00. the spoke could become loose or break, causing it to touch and damage the transmission case.
Risk: A wheel lockup is possible, including the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wheel. owner notification began april 1, 2001. 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 1-919-639-3180.
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