Yamaha Recalls Motorcycles

Yamaha Recalls certain Motorcycles:

Make / Models :           Model/Build Years:     
     Yamaha / FJR1300       2003-2005
 
     Yamaha / FZS600       2004-2005
 
     Yamaha / XV1700       2002-2005
 
     Yamaha / YZF-R1       2004-2005
 
Manufacturer : Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 
 
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V371000 

Component: Vehicle speed control

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 39,000

Summary:
 On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result. 

Consequence:
 If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could result in a crash with injury or death.

Remedy:
 Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on October 11, 2006. owners may contact Yamaha at 1-888-88-Yamaha.

Notes:
 Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.