Recall 10V-365: 2005–2010 Yamaha YZF-R6

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Aug 5, 2010, covering about 53,449 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-365
Report date
Aug 5, 2010
Vehicles affected
53,449
Owners notified
Aug 12, 2010

The problem

Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 yzf-r6 motorcycles manufactured from august 2005 through march 2010. The motorcycle's front side reflector was not placed at the proper height which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

The risk

Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 12, 2010. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerYAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V365000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Yamaha YZF-R62005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All 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 10V-365?

Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 yzf-r6 motorcycles manufactured from august 2005 through march 2010. The motorcycle's front side reflector was not placed at the proper height which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

How is recall 10V-365 fixed?

Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 12, 2010. 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.