NHTSA Recall 02V181000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V181000; Date: Jul. 23, 2002
Over a period of time, vibration might damage the tank which could result in a fuel leak with the possibility of fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Yamaha Road Star Warrior; 2002 Yamaha Xv1700p; 2002 Yamaha Xv1700pc
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
Manufactured by: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Affected Units:: 5,451
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank bracket washer and damper do not adequately protect the tank from engine vibration.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket washer and damper with ones of a new type. Owner notification began July 10,2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha (1-800-889-2624).
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 10, 2002
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