Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles
— Recall Campaign #14V644000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 28 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V644000
| Manufacturer: | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 14, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V644000 |
| Units affected: | 28 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.