Yamaha YZFR6 recalls

There are 5 safety recalls on record for the Yamaha YZFR6, covering 88,523 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Yamaha YZFR6 recalls by model year

2015 1 2014 1 2010 1 2009 1 2008 1 2007 1 2006 2 2005 1 2000 1 1999 1

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Power train: manual transmissionReported March 25, 2015 · 4,900 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 FJ-09 (FJ09F/FC), FZ-09 (FZ09F/FC), FZ6R (FZ6RF/FC), Super Tenere (XTZ12F/FC), Super Tenere ES (XTZ12EF/EFC), and R6 (YZF-R6) motorcycles manufactured September 1, 2014, to November 17, 2014. The affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured shift cam segment stopper, having a sharp edge on the inside of the bend instead of a smooth radius. As a result, the stopper can crack and possibly fracture at this sharp edge.
Risk: If the stopper fractures, the transmission may not shift properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift shaft assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on April 6, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926.

Recall number 15V176000 · Recall details

WheelsReported October 14, 2014 · 28 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The front and rear wheels of the affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with insufficient hardness.
Risk: If the wheels have insufficient hardness, the wheels may loosen and/or air may leak from around the tire bead. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990088.

Recall number 14V644000 · Recall details

Exterior lightingReported August 5, 2010 · 53,449 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 yzf-r6 motorcycles manufactured from august 2005 through march 2010. The motorcycle's front side reflector was not placed at the proper height which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 12, 2010. Owners may contact yamaha at 1‑800‑962‑7926.

Recall number 10V365000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported November 2, 2006 · 13,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the air filter mounting screws may come loose and fall out.
Risk: If the screws fall out, they could get caught in the throttle valve which could prevent the operator from reducing engine speed properly. This could result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash with injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air filter element with a new one that is designed to hold the screws securely free of charge. The recall began on november 29, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 714‑761‑7842.

Recall number 06V442000 · Recall details

Unknown or otherReported March 13, 2000 · 17,146 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The screws holding the sidestand switch can loosen and fall out due to engine heat and vibration. If this happens, the sidestand switch would not function correctly, so it would be possible to ride the motorcycle with the sidestand in the down position.
Risk: This condition would increase the risk that the sidestand could hit the ground during a turn, which could cause loss of control of the motorcycle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the screws holding the sidestand switch.

Recall number 00V076000 · Recall details

Questions about the Yamaha YZFR6 recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Yamaha YZFR6 have?

5, covering power train, wheels and exterior lighting.

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