Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa | NHTSA Recall #14V550000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V550000 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa. Affecting model year 2014 yamaha fz09 motorcycles manufactured august 1, 2013, to august 29, 2014 Includes 5,300 affected units, Headlight Harness may be too Short, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 yamaha fz09 motorcycles manufactured august 1, 2013, to august 29, 2014

Defect Summary

Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 yamaha fz09 motorcycles manufactured august 1, 2013, to august 29, 2014. the affected motorcycles may have a headlight harness that is too short and when the handlebars are turned fully to the left or right the harness may break near the coupler or coupler may disconnect from the headlight bulb.

Corrective Action

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a sub-harness to lengthen the headlight harness, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on september 22, 2014. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V550000
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Report Received Date: 2014-09-10T00:00:00
Subject: Headlight harness may be too short
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 5,300

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 yamaha fz09 motorcycles manufactured august 1, 2013, to august 29, 2014. the affected motorcycles may have a headlight harness that is too short and when the handlebars are turned fully to the left or right the harness may break near the coupler or coupler may disconnect from the headlight bulb.
Consequence Summary: If the harness breaks or the coupler detaches from the headlight, the headlight will go out, reducing the rider's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a sub-harness to lengthen the headlight harness, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on september 22, 2014. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 57.83

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NHTSA ID: 14V550000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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