NHTSA Recall 11V533000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V533000; Date: Nov. 1, 2011
Over time, pressurized fuel can begin leaking at the hose connection points, which could result in a fire hazard.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Yamaha Xvs1300/ct; 2009 Yamaha Xvs95/ct; 2010 Yamaha Xvs95/ct; 2011 Yamaha Xvs95/ct; 2012 Yamaha Xvs95/ct
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery
Manufactured by: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Affected Units:: 2,800
Recall Summary:
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 xvs95/CT (v star 950/v star 950 tourer) motorcycles, manufactured from October 2008 through August 2011, and model year 2007 xvs1300/CT (v star 1300/v star tourer) motorcycles, manufactured from August 2006 through March 2007. There may not be a proper seal between the fuel pipes for the fuel injectors and the fuel hose that connects them due to an improperly molded fuel hose.
How to Fix:
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe free of charge. The safety recall began on November 21, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Recall 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 http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 21, 2011
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