2011 Vespa Lx50 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2011 Vespa Lx50 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 2,147 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11V603000 2011-12-28 2,147 affected
Defect

PIAGGIO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FLY 50 4T 4-VALVE SCOOTERS, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VESPA LX50 4T 4-VALVE SCOOTERS, AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 VESPA S50 4T 4-VALVE SCOOTERS. THE IGNITION CONTROL UNIT MAY FAIL AND ALTER THE IGNITION TIMING.

Consequence

IMPROPER IGNITION TIMING MAY CAUSE AN ENGINE BACKFIRE INTO THE AIRBOX, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy

PIAGGIO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 17, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PIAGGIO CUSTOMER CARE HELPLINE AT 212-380-4433.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2011 Vespa Lx50 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.