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⛔ Do not drive until fixed💥 Crash riskNHTSA 20V814📅 Dec 29, 2020

2013–2020 Yamaha FJR1300 & 2017–2020 Yamaha MT-10 + 8 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to increased resistance from silicon oxide.

💥 The risk

Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, 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 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
20V814000
Manufacturer recall #
990140
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Vehicles affected
18,203
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Owner phone
1-800-962-7926
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 20, 2021
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 20V814 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 20V814?

2013–2020 Yamaha FJR1300 & 2017–2020 Yamaha MT-10 + 8 more. 18,203 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Yamaha dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-962-7926. Do not drive the vehicle until it is repaired.