Recall 14V644000 — WHEELS Defect in 2014-2014 YAMAHA YZFR6
RECALL This recall affects up to 28 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V644000 |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
| Vehicles Affected | 28 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The front and rear wheels of the affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with insufficient hardness.
Safety Consequence
If the wheels have insufficient hardness, the wheels may loosen and/or air may leak from around the tire bead. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990088.
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