2000 Yamaha XVS65 recalls and problems
The 2000 Yamaha XVS65 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Yamaha XVS65 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Yamaha XVS65 recalls
Recall 05V-256: Seats
Problem: On certain motorcyles, the original replacement mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could break if the mounting hardware is over tightened.
Risk: If the hardware breaks, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. The passenger could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners may already have received a letter from yamaha dated march 3, 2005, about this defect. In order to provide an improved remedy to the repair of the previous recall, yamaha is recalling certain motorcycles again. Dealers will replace the hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender with components of a different type that will not allow the seat to fall off. The recall began on june 15, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha.
Recall 05V-067: Seats
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat.
Risk: If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. A passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat's mounting hardware free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Yamaha XVS65 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Yamaha XVS65: 05V-256 (seats), 05V-067 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Yamaha recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.