Aprilia Scarabeo 500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Aprilia Scarabeo 500, across 4 model years (2006–2009). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Aprilia Scarabeo 500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Scarabeo 500 year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Scarabeo 500: 10 complaints, 1 recall
- 2006 Scarabeo 500: 9 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 Scarabeo 500: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Aprilia Scarabeo 500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Aprilia Scarabeo 500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Scarabeo 500 | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2008 Scarabeo 500 | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2007 Scarabeo 500 | 10 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Scarabeo 500 | 9 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Aprilia Scarabeo 500 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Scarabeo 500 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Aprilia Scarabeo 500?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 19 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.