Recall 06V-371: 2003–2005 Yamaha FJR1300, 2004–2005 Yamaha FZS600 and 2 more

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Sep 28, 2006, covering about 39,757 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-371
Report date
Sep 28, 2006
Vehicles affected
39,757
Owners notified
Oct 16, 2006

The problem

On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result.

The risk

If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could result in a crash with injury or death.

The fix

Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-888-88-yamaha.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerYAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number06V371000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Yamaha FJR13002003, 2004, 2005All years
Yamaha FZS6002004, 2005All years
Yamaha XV17002002, 2003, 2004, 2005All years
Yamaha YZF-R12004, 2005All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-371?

On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result.

How is recall 06V-371 fixed?

Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-888-88-yamaha.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.