1998 Yamaha YZFR1K and Yamaha YZFR1KC recall: power train
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall on September 29, 1998. It covers about 1,770 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,770
- reported
- Sep 29, 1998
- owners notified
- Oct 2, 1998
- related complaints
- 2
Power train
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The primary driven gear backing plate (clutch basket) can break causing the engine components to lock up.
- Risk
- This condition can lead to rear wheel lock up increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new primary driven gear and related parts.
Recall number 98V236000
Affected vehicles
- Yamaha YZFR1K 1998 1998
- Yamaha YZFR1KC 1998 1998
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 98V236000
Is there a recall on the 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K and Yamaha YZFR1KC power train?
Yes. Recall 98V236000, reported on September 29, 1998, covers about 1,770 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V236000?
Dealers will install a new primary driven gear and related parts.
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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