HUSQVARNA 701 VITPILEN, 701 SVARTPILEN (2018–2020)
What the hazard is
If a fuel leak occurs, leaking fuel could cause damage or may result in fire, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to the rider, bystanders and risk of damage to property.
What to do
Consumers are recommended to stop riding the motorcycle until it has been repaired. If you previously experienced or are now experiencing a fuel leak, immediately contact an authorised dealer and do not ride the motorcycle. Consumers will be sent letters advising them of the recall and that parts are now available for immediate repairs. Consumers should contact an authorised dealer to arrange an appointment for inspection of their motorcycle, to have a replacement fuel tank installed. For further information, consumers can contact Husqvarna on 1800 644 771 or find their nearest authorised dealer using the dealer search option at https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/au/
Defect
During operation or while parked, due to unevenness on the sealing surfaces, it is possible that fuel can leak out of the fuel level sensor mounting area and/or the fuel pump mounting area of the fuel tank.