Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, When Equipped With A Windshield, The Throttle Cables Can Kink At The Guide Bracket Located At The Steering Head When The Handlebar Is Turned All The Way To The Left. In This Position, A Kinked Cable Can Cause Either A Stickly Throttle Feeling Or Prevent The Throttle From Returning To The Closed Position.
Make Of Vehicle
YAMAHA
Model Of Vehicle
XV19
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
07V147000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Cables
Effect Of Defect
If The Rider Turns The Handlebar To The Full Left Lock During A Slow-Speed Maneuver, This Sticky/Binding Throttle Feeling Could Result In Reduced Vehicle Control, Which Could Cause A Crash Resulting In Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Guide Bracket With A New One That Has An Additional Guide To Prevent The Throttle Cables From Kinking. The Recall Began On April 19, 2007. Owners May Contact Yamaha At 1-800-962-7926.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Start Of Manufacture
20050801
End Of Manufacture
20060430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8500
Date Owners Notified
20070419
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Date Report Received
20070402
Make Campaign Number
M2007-004R