2007 Yamaha Vino and Yamaha XF50 recall: connecting

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall on September 11, 2008. It covers about 4,800 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,800
reported: Sep 11, 2008
owners notified: Sep 26, 2008
related complaints: 1

Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting

What is wrong: Yamaha is recalling 4,800 my 2007 xf50 and xc50 motorcycles. A crack may develop on the connecting rod. If the engine continues to be run, the crack will develop further and the connecting rod may break.
Risk: If the connecting rod breaks, the engine will stop and cannot be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will disassemble the engine and the crankshaft will be replaced with one that has a properly heat-treated connecting rod. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact yamaha at 1‑800‑962‑7926.

Recall number 08V461000

Affected vehicles

Yamaha Vino 2007 2007
Yamaha XF50 2007 2007

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

2007 Yamaha Vino 2007 Yamaha XF50

Questions about recall 08V461000

Is there a recall on the 2007 Yamaha Vino and Yamaha XF50 connecting?

Yes. Recall 08V461000, reported on September 11, 2008, covers about 4,800 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V461000?

Dealers will disassemble the engine and the crankshaft will be replaced with one that has a properly heat-treated connecting rod. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact yamaha at 1‑800‑962‑7926.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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