Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa | NHTSA Recall #13V298000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V298000 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa. Affecting model year 2014 xvs950cu (bolt) motorcycles manufactured march 2013 through june 2013 Includes 3,900 affected units, Engine May Stall due to Melted Wiring Harness, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 xvs950cu (bolt) motorcycles manufactured march 2013 through june 2013

Defect Summary

Yamaha motor company (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 xvs950cu (bolt) motorcycles manufactured march 2013 through june 2013. slack or sag in the wiring harness may allow it to contact the exhaust manifold causing the wires to melt, and possibly short circuit.

Corrective Action

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it away from the exhaust. if the wiring harness is damaged, it will first be replaced. the recall began on august 2, 2013. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V298000
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Report Received Date: 2013-07-08T00:00:00
Subject: Engine may stall due to melted wiring harness
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 3,900

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Yamaha motor company (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 xvs950cu (bolt) motorcycles manufactured march 2013 through june 2013. slack or sag in the wiring harness may allow it to contact the exhaust manifold causing the wires to melt, and possibly short circuit.
Consequence Summary: If the wires short circuit, the fuses will blow which may cause the engine to stall. an engine stall while riding, increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it away from the exhaust. if the wiring harness is damaged, it will first be replaced. the recall began on august 2, 2013. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 13V298000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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