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2015-2018 Yamaha SR400 recall: engine

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall on October 16, 2018. It covers about 1,902 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,902
reported
Oct 16, 2018
owners notified
Oct 31, 2018

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha SR400 motorcycles. The engine oil line flare nut may be insufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire.
Risk
An oil leak onto the rear tire can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flare nut connection. If oil is not leaking, the nut will be tightened. If oil is leaking, the engine oil line will be replaced and the flare nut will be tightened, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926.

Recall number 18V730000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V730000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Yamaha SR400 engine?

Yes. Recall 18V730000, reported on October 16, 2018, covers about 1,902 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V730000?

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flare nut connection. If oil is not leaking, the nut will be tightened. If oil is leaking, the engine oil line will be replaced and the flare nut will be tightened, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service 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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