FJR Recall '06-'09 Ignition Switch

[lotecredneck]

I copied this from the Knee Slider website and verified it on NHTSA.gov. I have not received any notification from Yamaha as of this moment, but it should be out soon.

Yamaha FJR1300 Recall

by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" on January 14, 2009

in Motorcycle Recalls, Motorcycle Safety

Yamaha has issued a recall for the 2006 to 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycles for a problem with the ignition switch. Please read the details below.

Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Model Year: 2006-2009

Models affected: FJR1300

NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V002000

Potential Units Affected: 9300

Problem: Yamaha is recalling 9,300 model year 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. If the engine stalls, the operator may be unable to start or restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 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.

This is the link to the document on NHTSA.

https://nhthqnwws111.odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms...09V002-7020.pdf

 

[Greenzilla]

Oh great "Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge." Will the Dealer re-key it so that it matches your bags or provide three additional locks for the bags and tail trunk? Not really liking how this sounds at the moment.

 

[Ignacio]

Already posted here with a big head of steam and discussion. Closing duplicate.