Recall 20V-814: 2013–2020 Yamaha FJR1300, 2017 Yamaha FZ-10 and 8 more
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 28, 2020, covering about 18,203 vehicles.
The problem
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.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V814000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Yamaha FJR1300 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Yamaha FZ-10 | 2017 | All years |
| Yamaha MT-10 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Yamaha MXTGTKL | 2019 | All years |
| Yamaha Redundant Star Venture | 2018 | All years |
| Yamaha Star Venture | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Yamaha Ster Venture | 2021 | All years |
| Yamaha Super Tenere | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Yamaha Tracer 9 GT | 2018 | All years |
| Yamaha Tracer 900 | 2019, 2020 | All 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 20V-814?
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.
How is recall 20V-814 fixed?
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 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.