Recall 98V236000 — POWER TRAIN Defect in 1998-1998 YAMAHA YZFR1KC
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,770 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 98V236000 |
| Manufacturer | YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,770 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR BACKING PLATE (CLUTCH BASKET) CAN BREAK CAUSING THE ENGINE COMPONENTS TO LOCK UP.
Safety Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN LEAD TO REAR WHEEL LOCK UP INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR AND RELATED PARTS.
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