Yamaha Xvs65 (1997) – 05V067000

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

XVS65

Year

1997

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

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard