Recall 20V813000: 2016–2020 Yamaha FJR1300
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.
- Report date
- Dec 28, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 2,285
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR13A and FJR13AE motorcycles. The second gear of the transmission can crack and break under high speed loads.
The risk
A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, 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 990141. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2017 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2018 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2019 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2020 Yamaha FJR1300
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V813000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 990141
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Owner letters
- Jan 20, 2021
- Components
- Power train:manual transmission:internal:gears (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology