NHTSA Recall 80V096000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V096000; Date: Jul. 23, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Peugeot 103-u3; 1978 Peugeot 103-u3; 1979 Peugeot 103-u3
Component: Exterior Lighting
Manufactured by: Cycle Peugeot Usa
Affected Units:: 9,541
Recall Summary:
Vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard nos. 108 and 122, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment", and "motorcycle brake systems", respectively. Vehicles are capable of speeds in excess of 30 mph although lighting and braking systems are not adequate for safe operation at these speeds.
How to Fix:
Vehicle will be modified by replacing the inner discs in the silencer of the exhaust system to reduce the maximum attainable speed.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: mopeds. System: lighting and communications; service brakes. Consequences of defect: vehicle operation at unsafe speeds could result inaccident and personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 12, 1980
Also see: