Recall 18V458 covers 22 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc and F3 800 motorcycles for loose wheel clamping screws. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Mv Agusta dealer.
Wheel clamping screws with excessive play can lead to loss of control and increase crash risk. The failure can happen without any warning to the driver. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips. Ask the dealer about towing or transport. Repair is free at any franchised Mv Agusta dealer.
Mv Agusta is recalling 22 2018 Brutale 800 Dragster Rc, F3 800, and F3 800 Rc motorcycles because damaged fork axle carrier threads can leave the wheel clamping screw with excessive play. Do not drive the motorcycle until an Mv Agusta dealer completes the free repair, since excessive screw play can cause loss of control and increase crash risk.
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What's wrong?
The front fork on the 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc, F3 800, and F3 800 Rc holds the front wheel in place and lets the suspension move as the motorcycle rides over the road. At the bottom of the fork, the fork axle carrier clamps around the wheel axle with a wheel clamping screw. That clamping screw has to tighten into clean threads so the front wheel stays secured in the fork.
On these motorcycles, a defective batch of fork axle carriers has damaged threads in the clamping screw holes. The damaged threads act like an oversized hole, so the screw has excessive play instead of locking firmly into the carrier. That play leaves the wheel clamping screw less secure than the design requires.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rider does not get a dashboard alert, noise, or handling clue that reliably shows the fork axle carrier threads have started to fail.
Who's affected?
Covers three model variants from the 2018 Mv Agusta sportbike line, all tied to the same front suspension component.
| 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2018 Mv Agusta F3 800 | front suspension |
| 2018 Mv Agusta F3 800 Rc | front suspension |
| Units affected | 22 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Mv Agusta motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Wheel clamping screws with excessive play can lead to loss of control and increase crash risk. The failure can happen without any warning to the driver. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips. Ask the dealer about towing or transport. Repair is free at any franchised Mv Agusta dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc, F3 800, or F3 800 Rc is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motorcycle until the fork-axle-carrier repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the motorcycle has to be moved to the dealer; do not ride it there yourself.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mv Agusta dealer to schedule the free fork-axle-carrier inspection and fork-leg replacement, which fixes damaged threads that let the wheel clamping screw move excessively.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 18V458 and Mv Agusta recall 18RC02 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Mv Agusta technician inspects the threaded holes in the fork axle carriers for damaged threads that let the wheel clamping screw move too much. If the carrier threads are damaged, the technician replaces the affected fork leg. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Until the inspection and any needed fork leg replacement are complete, do not ride the motorcycle.
Timeline
| July 10, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 18, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| July 19, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 20, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 20, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 20, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V458?
Recall 18V458 covers 22 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc, F3 800, and F3 800 Rc motorcycles with front fork axle carrier threads that can allow excessive play in the wheel clamping screw. That can cause loss of control and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2018 Mv Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster Rc, F3 800, or F3 800 Rc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 18V458. If it is, do not ride it. Contact a franchised Mv Agusta dealer for the fork axle carrier inspection and any needed fork leg replacement. Reference recall number 18RC02 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Mv Agusta dealers will inspect the threaded holes in the fork axle carriers and replace the fork leg if needed, free of charge.
Is it safe to ride my motorcycle before recall 18V458 is repaired?
No. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle until the recall repair is complete. Mv Agusta advised owners not to ride affected motorcycles because excessive play in the wheel clamping screw can cause loss of control and increase crash risk.
Who can I call about Mv Agusta recall 18V458?
Call Mv Agusta customer service at 1-215-781-1770 or contact a franchised Mv Agusta dealer. Use recall number 18RC02 and NHTSA campaign 18V458 when you ask about the front fork axle carrier inspection and repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V458000 |
|---|---|
| Mv Agusta customer service | 1-215-781-1770 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V458 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V458000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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