repaired · 2022 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. Reduced braking efficiency can lengthen the distance needed to stop the scooter, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Vespa GTS 300Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2020 Vespa GTS 300, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 20V-617 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 30, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Vespa GTS 300 has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Service brakes
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2020 Vespa GTS 300 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.
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 Vespa.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other GTS 300 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 GTS 300 median. How we score
'10'11'15'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GTS 300 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While I was driving the rear brakes started to a bite stiff.. when I went to stop I had to apply more pressure then usually.. i felt like the abs started and all of of sudden the brake lever stiffened up and i couldn't press the brakes any longer. I lost my rear brakes.. I'm glad I had my front…
- During one of my rides my rear brake malfunctioned. - If needed, yes it is available for inspection. - Due to the malfunction of the brake I almost crashed. Luckily I was able to stop my scooter (Vespa) using only front brake. - Yes the problem was confirmed by independent service. - Problem was…
While driving scooter, rear brake lever became immovable. First time it happened, I used both hands and squeezed it very hard and hear an audible pop/crack and the lever released. Checked over scoot and had no leaks, and lever felt normal, so continued to ride. Approx a month later after sitting…
Own a 2020 GTS 300?
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