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2021 Vespa Gts 300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2021 Vespa Gts 300 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Gts 300 years?

Gts 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted8 complaints2010: 3 complaints2011: 0 complaints2015: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 8 complaints2021: 3 complaints
Gts 300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Vespa Gts 300 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System133%
Lighting133%
Seats133%

Does the 2021 Vespa Gts 300 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V617000BrakesOctober 6, 2020 · 483 units

Defect

Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vespa GTS 300 and GTV 300 scooters. Improperly galvanized brake pipe terminals can result in excessive front and/or rear brake levers travel during braking.

Consequence

Reduced braking efficiency can lengthen the distance needed to stop the scooter, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will test the O-Ring, replace the brake fluid and bleed the brake system, or replace the brake pipes based on the vehicle's age, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ2003_GTS/GTV.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“At this moment I have two issues. One being that the seat latch does not work on my scooter. I called the dealer and he said to put a lot of push on top of the seat where the latch assembly is located. I am a big fat slop. 225 lbs. I pushed as hard as I could to lock it and it clicked lock. Trouble…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · July 25, 2021

“At this moment I have two issues. One being that the seat latch does not work on my scooter. I called the dealer and he said to put a lot of push on top of the seat where the latch assembly is located. I am a big fat slop. 225 lbs. I pushed as hard as I could to lock it and it clicked lock. Trouble…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · July 25, 2021

“At this moment I have two issues. One being that the seat latch does not work on my scooter. I called the dealer and he said to put a lot of push on top of the seat where the latch assembly is located. I am a big fat slop. 225 lbs. I pushed as hard as I could to lock it and it clicked lock. Trouble…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 25, 2021

2021 Vespa Gts 300 — common questions

Is the 2021 Vespa Gts 300 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Vespa Gts 300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Vespa Gts 300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.