Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is recalling certain 2016-2021 FJR13 motorcycles
— Recall Campaign #21V865000
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2021 FJR13 motorcycles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming installed under Recall 20V-813 (990141), that was designed to prevent gear damage, may prevent the engine from accelerating as intended.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,462 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V865000
| Manufacturer: | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 05, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V865000 |
| Units affected: | 2,462 |
- Description:
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2021 FJR13 motorcycles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) programming installed under Recall 20V-813 (990141), that was designed to prevent gear damage, may prevent the engine from accelerating as intended.
- Consequeces:
- A lack of acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. Dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Motorcycles that were previously repaired under recall 20V-813 will need to return for the new remedy. Owner notification letters were mailed November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990152.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.