repaired · 2026 Q3
Clutch assembly: slave cylinder
Risk. An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.
2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-792 the manufacturer reports only 36% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Power train
1Engine
1Fuel system, gasoline
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Fairing/cowling/windscreen: mounting fasteners/hardware
Risk. License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source, and increase the risk of damage or injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Husqvarna.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Vitpilen 701 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Vitpilen 701 median. How we score
'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Vitpilen 701 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
the motorcycle is unsafe and not operating properly due to clutch not working which is a result of the Clutch Slave cylinder recall which also damaged other parts that Husqvarna is refusing to cover. the motorcycle is at PCP motorsports which is an authorized dealer for Husqvarna. after directly…
I was driving in heavy traffic on the Manhattan Bridge in Brooklyn, NY on a 2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 motorcycle when my hydraulic clutch suddenly stopped functioning. The bike has only about 70 miles on the odometer. This clutch problem caused the motorcycle to jerk to a stop. It was difficult…
Own a 2018 Vitpilen 701?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.