2013–2017 Yamaha Mt09 Variants & Xsr900
- Affected
- 4,020
- Category
- Motor Bikes
- Campaign
- MB66
- Supplier
- Yamaha Motor Australia
The defect
The lower handlebar holder may have been manufactured with improper paint application. Additionally, thread locking agent may not have been adequately applied to the stud bolt thread in the lower handlebar holder. Strong external impact may abrade the paint film causing axial force on the stud bolt.
The hazard
With engine vibration, the stud may loosen and fall off, resulting in loss of control.
The remedy
Consumers will be contacted by direct mail. Consumers should contact their local Yamaha dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of the motorcycle.For help finding a Yamaha dealer, consumers can go to http://www.yamaha-motor.com.au/ or call 1300 593 600. If you no longer own the motorcycle, please advise Yamaha Motor Australia on 1300 593 600.
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 4,020 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Yamaha Motor Australia to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.