Tl* the contact owns a 2020 yamaha mt07 motorcycle. The contact stated while driving at 20-30 MPH in first gear, the engine revved and the throttle became stuck open. The contact lost control of the motorcycle as a result he fell to the street, sustaining back injuries that required medical attention. The motorcycle was taken to the contact's residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 187.
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to increased resistance from silicon oxide.
- Risk
- Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.
Recall number 20V814000 · Recall details
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Is the 2020 Yamaha Star Venture reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Yamaha Star Venture, fewer than a typical Star Venture model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Yamaha Star Venture?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2020 Yamaha Star Venture have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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