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NHTSA recall 07V147000

Vehicle Speed Control · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

April 2, 2007report date
8,500units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain motorcycles, when equipped with a windshield, the throttle cables can kink at the guide bracket located at the steering head when the handlebar is turned all the way to the left. In this position, a kinked cable can cause either a stickly throttle feeling or prevent the throttle from returning to the closed position.

Why it matters: If the rider turns the handlebar to the full left lock during a slow-speed maneuver, this sticky/binding throttle feeling could result in reduced vehicle control, which could cause a crash resulting in injury or death.

The fix: Dealers will replace the guide bracket with a new one that has an additional guide to prevent the throttle cables from kinking. The recall began on April 19, 2007.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2006 Yamaha Xv19.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 07V147000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.