Piaggio Liberty 50 and 150 Motorcycles Recall
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Piaggio Group Americas is recalling 224 units of 2026 Liberty 50 and Liberty 150 motorcycles due to an electrical fault that may cause headlights to turn off unexpectedly.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on July 31, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (PGA) is recalling certain 2026 Liberty 50 and Liberty 150 motorcycles. A fault in the electrical circuit may cause the low beam and/or high beam headlight to unexpectedly turn off. In certain conditions, the instrument panel lighting may also fail to illuminate.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 2026 Piaggio Liberty 50 and Liberty 150 motorcycles, with a total of 224 units affected.
What You Should Do
The remedy is currently under development. PGA has not yet provided a schedule for owner notification. Owners may contact PGA's customer service at 212-380-4400 or customercare@us.piaggio.com.
Why This Matters
Loss of lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V396000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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