Yamaha Mt-07 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recalls 2018 Yamaha Mt-07, Xsr700

Recall number

18V483000

Brand / firm

Yamaha

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,493 units

Why it was recalled

If the chain guard breaks, it may fall onto the road, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018 Yamaha MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC motorcycles. The bolts that connect the drive chain guard to the swingarm may loosen, possibly causing the chain guard to contact the drive chain and break.

What to do

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace both chain guard mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990120.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.