2020-2021 Yamaha XVS950 - Engine recall
NHTSA campaign: 21V806000
233 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2020-2021
- Makes
- Yamaha
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Component
- ENGINE
- Potential units affected
- 233 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2021-10-15
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Yamaha XVS950
- 2020 Yamaha XVS950
What’s the problem?
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2020-2021 XVS95C motorcycles. The engine case may leak oil onto the rear tire.
What could happen?
Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990150.