NHTSA Recall 86V091000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V091000; Date: Jul. 11, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1986 Yamaha FJ1200
Component: Service Brakes
Manufactured by: Yamaha International Corp
Affected Units:: 3,743
Recall Summary:
Heavy load and/or highly compressed rear suspension could cause the rear brake hose to contact the passenger's right footpeg securing stud, possibly fraying the hose. Consequence of defect: the hydraulic brake hose could wear through, causing a leak and resulting in the failure of the rear brake system. Failure of the rear brake system may contribute to an accident and personal injury.
How to Fix:
Install additional guide on the brake hose holder to prevent excess brake hose travel. Also, install a modified passenger footpeg.
Recall Notes:
System: rear brake hose. Vehicle description: motorcycles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 11, 1986
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