Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, The Mounting Hardware Holding The Passenger Seat To The Fender Could Loosen Due To The Passenger’S Weight Shifting On The Seat.
Make Of Vehicle
YAMAHA
Model Of Vehicle
XV250
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
05V067000
Component Description
Seats:Motorcycle
Effect Of Defect
If The Mounting Hardware Becomes Loose Enough To Fall Off, The Passenger Seat Can Fall Off The Rear Fender. A Passenger On The Motorcycle Could Lose Balance And Fall, Causing Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Passenger Seat’S Mounting Hardware Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 4, 2005. Owners May Contact Yamaha At 1-800-227-5963.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Start Of Manufacture
19950101
End Of Manufacture
20050225
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
179042
Date Owners Notified
20050304
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Date Report Received
20050303
Make Campaign Number
M2005-003