2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300 - Power Train recall
NHTSA campaign: 20V813000
2,285 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2016-2020
- Makes
- Yamaha
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
- Potential units affected
- 2,285 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2020-12-28
Affected vehicles
- 2020 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2019 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2018 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2017 Yamaha FJR1300
- 2016 Yamaha FJR1300
What’s the problem?
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR13A and FJR13AE motorcycles. The second gear of the transmission can crack and break under high speed loads.
What could happen?
A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990141. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.