YAMAHA FJ-09 2016: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V221000

Make Model Year
YAMAHA FJ-09 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-04-13 2017-03-31 2017-04-03

Production Dates: 2013-08-01 - 2017-01-31

Manufacturers Involved: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 990114

Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 22433

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA "Yamaha" is recalling certain 2015-2017 FJ-09, FZ-09, and XSR900 motorcycles. The lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.

Consequence

If the handlebars are not properly secured to the motorcycle, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower handlebar holder, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990114.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.