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MV Agusta F4 Joins Aprilia and Ducati Motorcycles in Brembo Front Brake Recall Issue

MV Agusta is recalling certain F4 sportbikes to correct an issue with the front brake master cylinder.

January 13, 2018

MV Agusta F4 sportbikes are now included in the Brembo front brake master cylinder recall that, so far, has also affected certain Ducati and Aprilia motorcycles (see below).MV Agusta

The following motorcycle recall report is filed with the NHTSA:
Report Receipt Date: December 22, 2017
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V839000
Component(s): Brake System
Potential Number of Units Affected: 27
Manufacturer: MV Agusta USA, LLC

THE RECALL: MV Agusta USA, LLC (MV Agusta) is recalling certain 2015-2016 F4 RC and F4 RR motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.

WHAT COULD HAPPEN: If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

THE FIX: MV Agusta will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact MV Agusta customer service at 1-215-781-1770. MV Agusta's number for this recall is 18RC01.

MORE RECALL INFORMATION: 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 safercar.gov.

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