Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa | NHTSA Recall #06V397000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V397000 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa. Includes 20,000 affected units, TRANSMISSION THIRD GEAR FAILURE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, certain transmission components may not meet yamaha quality-control standards, which could allow abnormal wear that eventually results in a broken retaining circlip.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace certain transmission components with new ones free of charge. the recall began on october 30, 2006. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha or visit their website at www.yamaha-motor.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V397000

Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa

Report Received Date: 2006-10-17T00:00:00

Subject: Transmission third gear failure

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 20,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: M2006-017R

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motorcycles, certain transmission components may not meet yamaha quality-control standards, which could allow abnormal wear that eventually results in a broken retaining circlip.

Consequence Summary: If the circlip breaks, the transmission could lock up, which would also cause the rear wheel to lock up. this could result in loss of control and a crash with injury or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace certain transmission components with new ones free of charge. the recall began on october 30, 2006. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha or visit their website at www.yamaha-motor.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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