Piaggio MP3 500 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 4, 2022 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Piaggio MP3 500, across 4 model years (2008–2021). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is steering.

Peak: 2008, with 3 complaints
2008: 3200832019: 0201902020: 0202002021: 020210

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Piaggio MP3 500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No MP3 500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2008 MP3 500: 3 complaints, 0 recalls

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 Piaggio MP3 500 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Steering210
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Piaggio MP3 500 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2021 MP3 50001——
2020 MP3 50002——
2019 MP3 50001——
2008 MP3 50030—Steering

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Frequently asked questions

Which Piaggio MP3 500 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (3). 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 Piaggio MP3 500?

Steering, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Piaggio MP3 500 have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.