NHTSA recall 89V185000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Yamaha VMX12
Reported Nov 1, 19898,171 vehicles affectedYAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORPBuilt Oct 1, 1985 – Feb 1, 1989
The defect
Positive battery cable lead to the starter solenoid may separate from the routing clamp cutting the insulation on the lead.
The risk
This could cause a short circuit in the electrical system that could result in the engine stopping and the lights going out withpotential for an accident.
The remedy
Modify by installating a rubber grommet in the bracket hole, rerouting and clamping leads to the bracket with a new band.