CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to increased resistance from silicon oxide.
- Risk
- Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The front brake switch on certain Yamaha motorcycles can fail because of increased electrical resistance caused by silicon oxide. When it fails, the brake light may stay on constantly, and the cruise control system may shut off unexpectedly. Both conditions raise the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the front brake switch free of charge. Owners are advised not to ride the motorcycle until the repair has been performed. Yamaha will notify owners, and you can also contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 with recall number 990140.
Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected, and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule the free repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle