Yamaha 2015–2018 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled October 16, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18V730000 · Yamaha
Hazard
An oil leak onto the rear tire can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flare nut connection. If oil is not leaking, the nut will be tightened. If oil is leaking, the engine oil line will be replaced and the flare nut will be tightened, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.
Units
1,902 units
Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha SR400 motorcycles. The engine oil line flare nut may be insufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire.
What to do
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flare nut connection. If oil is not leaking, the nut will be tightened. If oil is leaking, the engine oil line will be replaced and the flare nut will be tightened, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.
Product
Yamaha SR400
Manufacturer(s)
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →