Yamaha FZS600 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2004–2005: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Vehicle Speed Control #09V360000 · 2009 · 180 units
Problem: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2005 motorcycles manufactured between october 2004 and april 2005. the throttle position sensor can fail.
Risk: Failure of the throttle position sensor could cause the engine to stall which could result in a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. the safety recall began on october 7, 2009. owners may contact yamaha at 1-714-761-7300.
Vehicle Speed Control #06V371000 · 2006 · 39,757 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. the recall began on october 16, 2006. owners may contact yamaha at 1-888-88-yamaha.
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