NHTSA recall 04V475000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Details
What's wrong: On certain motorcycles and scooters, the rear brake shoe material could separate due to improper adhesive curing.
Why it matters: If such separation occurs during operation, braking ability with the rear wheel will be reduced or lost, which could cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake shoes. The recall began on October 8, 2004. Owners should contact yamaha at 1-800-889-2624.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2005 Yamaha Virago 250 (V-Star)
- 2005 Yamaha XT225T
- 2005 Yamaha XT225TC
- 2005 Yamaha XV250T
- 2005 Yamaha XV250TC
- 2005 Yamaha YW50T
- 2005 Yamaha Zuma
- Yamaha Virago 250 (V-Star)
- Yamaha XT225T
- Yamaha XT225TC
- Yamaha XV250T
- Yamaha XV250TC
- Yamaha YW50T
- Yamaha Zuma
All model years NHTSA lists
2005 Yamaha Virago 250, 2005 Yamaha Xt225T, 2005 Yamaha Xt225Tc, 2005 Yamaha Xv250T, 2005 Yamaha Xv250Tc, 2005 Yamaha Yw50T, 2005 Yamaha Zuma.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V475000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.