NHTSA recall 07V039000
Engine and engine cooling
Yamaha XV1700
Reported Feb 7, 200715,659 vehicles affectedYAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USAMaker’s number M2007-003RBuilt May 1, 2001 – Aug 31, 2006
The defect
On certain road star warrior motorcycles, the lead wires for the pick-up coil can break while the engine IS running, causing the engine to stall and be impossible to restart.
The risk
If this occurs while the motorcycle IS being ridden, a vehicle crash could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the pick-up coil. the recall began on march 2, 2007. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.