Yamaha 1998 Power Train recall
Recalled September 29, 1998 · NHTSA recall 98V236000 · Yamaha
Hazard
THIS CONDITION CAN LEAD TO REAR WHEEL LOCK UP INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR AND RELATED PARTS.
Units
1,770 units
Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR BACKING PLATE (CLUTCH BASKET) CAN BREAK CAUSING THE ENGINE COMPONENTS TO LOCK UP.
What to do
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW PRIMARY DRIVEN GEAR AND RELATED PARTS.
Product
Yamaha YZFR1K · Yamaha YZFR1KC
Manufacturer(s)
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →