Recall 08V-461: 2007 Yamaha Vino, 2007 Yamaha XF50
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 2008, covering about 4,800 vehicles.
The problem
Yamaha is recalling 4,800 my 2007 xf50 and xc50 motorcycles. A crack may develop on the connecting rod. If the engine continues to be run, the crack will develop further and the connecting rod may break.
The risk
If the connecting rod breaks, the engine will stop and cannot be restarted increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will disassemble the engine and the crankshaft will be replaced with one that has a properly heat-treated connecting rod. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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
| Manufacturer | YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V461000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 08V-461?
Yamaha is recalling 4,800 my 2007 xf50 and xc50 motorcycles. A crack may develop on the connecting rod. If the engine continues to be run, the crack will develop further and the connecting rod may break.
How is recall 08V-461 fixed?
Dealers will disassemble the engine and the crankshaft will be replaced with one that has a properly heat-treated connecting rod. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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.