NHTSA recall 14V657000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Yamaha FZ07
Reported Oct 20, 20143,100 vehicles affectedYamaha Motor Corporation, USAMaker’s number 990089Built May 1, 2014 – Sep 30, 2014
The defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 FZ07 motorcycles manufactured May 1, 2014, to September 30, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the positive battery cable may be pinched between the seat base and seat bracket.
The risk
If the battery cable is pinched, it may chafe and short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable and seat bracket, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990089.