2008 Yamaha FJR1300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300. Newest first.
Yamaha IS recalling certain model year 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles manufactured from february 2006, through march 2009. the ground joint connector of the wire harness could overheat and become deformed, possibly causing an intermittent ground wire connection. if the electrical system IS not properly grounded, the ignition system and/or other electrical…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
Yamaha dealers will install an additional wire sub-lead or, if the ground joint connector has already been damaged from overheating, dealers will install a new main wire harness. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on july 8, 2011. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Yamaha IS recalling 9,300 my 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles. the internal switch wiring could become disconnected. if this occurs electrical current flow will be stopped and the engine could stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the engine stalls, the operator may be unable to start or restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin on or before january 16, 2009. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Owner complaints
13 complaints1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system
The contact owns a 2008 YAMAHA FJR13AXB. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:11V338000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
The contact owns a 2008 YAMAHA FJR13AXB. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:11V338000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact did experience a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. The failure mileage was 32,000
- Service brakes
The rear brake (foot pedal) continually loses pressure, while the front brake remains in good operating order / with good pressure. once pressure IS lost, the foot pedal feels mushy, resulting in no braking power; pumping the foot pedal repeatedly may engage the brake, but only slightly. I've…
The rear brake (foot pedal) continually loses pressure, while the front brake remains in good operating order / with good pressure. once pressure IS lost, the foot pedal feels mushy, resulting in no braking power; pumping the foot pedal repeatedly may engage the brake, but only slightly. I've taken the motorcycle in to the dealership twice and the technician cannot find the cause or source of the pressure loss (all seals appear in good working order and there IS no apparent leaks). in one instance, the technician noted that he had to flush the brake system several time to evacuate an accumulation of air. in both instances, flushing the brake system restored full braking capabilities. I have researched this problem on the internet and found many blog entries describing the same problem, with no determinable cause. dates of occurences: 04/23/2015 08-01-2020
- Electrical system
I went to start the bike and nothing happen. Everything was in good standing. I think the ground harness IS not working properly or not design properly. *tr
- Wheels
Brand new bridgestone front motorcycle tire size 120/70 ZR 17. Brand battlax bt-021. motorcycle bought new from dealer with standard issued tires in august 2010. Front tire worn so badly at 2900 miles had to replace it. Replaced by dealer with same exact new bridgestone tire. That tire has 4300…
Brand new bridgestone front motorcycle tire size 120/70 ZR 17. Brand battlax bt-021. motorcycle bought new from dealer with standard issued tires in august 2010. Front tire worn so badly at 2900 miles had to replace it. Replaced by dealer with same exact new bridgestone tire. That tire has 4300 miles on it and IS worn so bad I cannot drive it anymore. Center tip of the tire IS fine, the rest of the tire IS bald and looks like a sander was taken to it. Feels like riding on a tightrope. Dealer inspected front end alignment and found no issues. Roads I travel are mostly flat and very few corners. I ride within posted speed limits. I contacted bridgestone headquarters in nashville tn in feb 2012. Spoke to a man a few times and he checked into the problem. I told him I would send the tires to him for personal professional inspection. He declined to look at them. He got back to me a few days later and said, "sport touring bikes go through a lot of tires." I told him the tires are dangerous and my life IS at risk to serious injury or death due to this product. Again, no help from this company representative. I feel that the bridgestone tire company has a dangerous product that should be recalled. The complaint IS widespread on the forums. A front motorcycle tire when used properly should last more than a few thousand miles. I would like to formally register a complaint against bridgestone tire. I deem this particular model of tire to be both dangerous and costly to the consumers who purchase this product. If one life or accident can be prevented by a recall on this motorcycle tire, it will be worth my efforts to stand up against this inferior product. thank you. *tr
- Power train
This has been a problem since my motorcycle has been new. when I stop my motorcycle in 2ND gear, it will not shift into 1ST gear unless I rock it a little after stopped. it will go into neutral, but not into 1ST gear. this IS extremely dangerous, especially if on a steep hill. I have reported…
This has been a problem since my motorcycle has been new. when I stop my motorcycle in 2ND gear, it will not shift into 1ST gear unless I rock it a little after stopped. it will go into neutral, but not into 1ST gear. this IS extremely dangerous, especially if on a steep hill. I have reported it to the yamaha dealer who told me I needed to break in the transmission. after 3700 miles, it IS still doing the same thing. I cannot not put the motorcycle into 1ST gear when stopped without rocking it. I contacted yamaha technical support and they told me that I need to shift into 1ST gear before I stop. I told them that this IS not always safe or possible, especially when making a sudden stop. their response IS that this IS the way the motorcycle IS designed. I informed them that if that IS so, it IS a serious design flaw that creates an unsafe situation. their response IS that I have to shift into 1ST gear before I stop; the problem IS operator error if I do not. They are aware of this situation and do not see it as a problem. I have spoken with other fjr owners who do not have the same problem. I have ridden many different motorcycles over the past 45 years and have never experienced this situation before. based on the information I received from yamaha, it IS a problem the technical department IS aware of that exists in some yamaha fjrs. it seems to be a transmission defect or design flaw that IS producing an unsafe condition that they do not see as their responsibility to remedy.. *tr
- Electrical system
While riding my motorcycle I experienced a sudden shutdown of the engine and lighting while riding in traffic. Investigating I found a failure on an electrical connector in the wiring harness which overheated. There was no warning. researching on the internet I have found this to be a common problem with my yamaha fjr1300 motorcycle. *tr
- Equipment · Power train › Driveline
My grandson was riding his newly purchased yamaha raptor 250 atv. he was traveling at about 40 mph, when the motor fell out caused by all four motor mounts breaking away from the frame, this caused the chain to come off of the sprocket, bending the sprocket damaged the chain, seized up the bike…
My grandson was riding his newly purchased yamaha raptor 250 atv. he was traveling at about 40 mph, when the motor fell out caused by all four motor mounts breaking away from the frame, this caused the chain to come off of the sprocket, bending the sprocket damaged the chain, seized up the bike as the chain was wrapped around the axle doing much damage to the rear axle, in turn it threw my grand son over the handle bars, damaging his helmet and cracking his ribs and bruising him badly. I contacted the local dealer , they referred me to customer service of yamaha, they ask me to take the bike to the dealer and to have the dealer take pictures, this was done ( 11pictures ) were sent, that was six weeks ago. neither the dealer or myself have heard from yamaha, and neither have we been able to contact them. I paid $4500.00 dollars for this bike and all I have IS a bike totally unusable. 2008 yamaha raptor 250model yfm, the model # listed below IS incorrect as their IS no option to add the correct one. *Tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 yamaha fjr1300 motorcycle. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 09v002000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). the authorized dealer was notified, but the recall repair has not been performed due to a massive national back order for the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 yamaha fjr1300 motorcycle. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 09v002000 (electrical system:ignition:switch). the authorized dealer was notified, but the recall repair has not been performed due to a massive national back order for the necessary part. the part will be unavailable until july 21, 2009. the contact was placed on a waiting list. the technician recommended that the vehicle not be driven due to the safety risk involved. the failure and current mileages were 500. updated 07/01/09 *bf updated 07/06/09.*jb
- Electrical system
Main ignition switch wire connection may overheat due to electrical resistance. May become hot enough to melt the solder connecting the wire to the main switch. *Tr
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 yamaha fjr1300 motorcylce. the contact stated that the rearview mirrors do not extend far out enough to view the traffic in the rear. the manufacturer will be notified. the vehicle IS brand new and was purchased on march 14, 2009. the failure mileage was 3 and current mileage was 250.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
We purchased a new 2008 yamaha yzf-r6 and started riding it. We immediately noticed that there IS a rather large amount of heat generated by the engine and the ducting from the radiator directs this superheated airflow right onto the lower legs of the rider. this IS not much of an issue when the…
We purchased a new 2008 yamaha yzf-r6 and started riding it. We immediately noticed that there IS a rather large amount of heat generated by the engine and the ducting from the radiator directs this superheated airflow right onto the lower legs of the rider. this IS not much of an issue when the ambient temperatures are below 80 degrees f. Anything higher and it will cause burns with blisters even through blue jean pants. my wife has ridden this bike about 10 times and every time it has been hot enough to burn her causing discomfort and red welps, this indicates a first degree burn where the outer layer of skin IS damaged but still able to function. 2 of those times it caused actual blistering from the extreme heat directed onto the legs. This IS indicative of second degrees burns where the outer layer of skin IS damaged as well as the second layer( the dermis) this causes them to separate. The skin in this area can no longer function to protect the body or regulate temperature. This condition caused by the motorcycle results in a dangerous proposition for the rider as it causes bodily harm every time it IS ridden in 80 degree temps or above. The burns can become infected and result in loss of limb or life if not taken care of properly. We have talked to the selling dealer and were informed that there was no revised parts or any thing we can do about the problem other than to trade it in on another model. This motorcycle should have the fairings redesigned to direct the airflow around the legs and away from any other body parts. the treatment we have received regarding this issue IS also unacceptable. No remedy was ever offered to us other than trading the brand new motorcycle in on another model (and taking the loss from the trade in value). *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
I have a 2008 atv 4X4 yamaha grizzly 700. This IS the second time the gas boils, it's extremely scary sight. It releases the gas fumes while riding infront of the driver inhaling all the fumes all day. I had a headache the rest of the day after riding. I stop when I heard bubbling sounds coming…
I have a 2008 atv 4X4 yamaha grizzly 700. This IS the second time the gas boils, it's extremely scary sight. It releases the gas fumes while riding infront of the driver inhaling all the fumes all day. I had a headache the rest of the day after riding. I stop when I heard bubbling sounds coming from the gas tank and when I tried to open the tank the fumes were rushing out couldn't take off cap till all the fumes were gone. Once cap was off you could see the gas boiling!!!!!!! here are some videos of other grizzly riders that their gas boils too! I can't believe yamaha was allowed to sell these atvs with this problems going on! Here are the links to the videos. video links below: 1. Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0dbfgzwl8g 2. Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytdgevgk5nq 3. Http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov-spshqzsc please take actions against yamaha and protect consumers!!!! *Tr
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 yamaha fjr1300 raider. the vehicle has a metzler 210mm rear tire. the contact stated that the tread was mounted incorrectly on the tire, which causes the vehicle to hydroplane while driving in the rain. the failure has occurred numerous times while traveling 15 mph.…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 yamaha fjr1300 raider. the vehicle has a metzler 210mm rear tire. the contact stated that the tread was mounted incorrectly on the tire, which causes the vehicle to hydroplane while driving in the rain. the failure has occurred numerous times while traveling 15 mph. the manufacturer refuses to replace the tire and will not assume responsibility for the defect. the tire size and dot number were unknown. the failure mileage was 500 and current mileage was 15,000.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10164439CERTAIN 2006 ~ 2019 FJR13AC/AEC/ASC/PC (CALIFORNIA MODELS) Canister Replacement/ Air Vent Hose Relocation Due to Water Intrusion
- 10055289Yamaha mc: when looking for technical information, a comprehensive index IS provided regarding technical solutions for various problems.
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