NHTSA Recall 18V730000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V730000; Date: Oct. 16, 2018
an oil leak onto the rear tire can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Yamaha SR400; 2016 Yamaha SR400; 2017 Yamaha SR400; 2018 Yamaha SR400
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Affected Units:: 1,902
Recall Summary:
yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 yamaha sr400 motorcycles. the engine oil line flare nut may be insufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire.
How to Fix:
yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flare nut connection. if oil is not leaking, the nut will be tightened. if oil is leaking, the engine oil line will be replaced and the flare nut will be tightened, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin october 29, 2018. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.
Recall 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.
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