Yamaha MT and XSR900 recall: Handlebar mounting/s may detach
- What's wrong
- The lower handlebar holder may have been manufactured with improper painting instruction and thread locking agent may not have been adequately applied to the stud bolt thread of the lower handlebar holder. Due to this the stud bolt may loosen and fall off from engine…
- What to do
- Contact a Yamaha dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the lower handlebar holders with the countermeasure parts.
What’s wrong
The lower handlebar holder may have been manufactured with improper painting instruction and thread locking agent may not have been adequately applied to the stud bolt thread of the lower handlebar holder. Due to this the stud bolt may loosen and fall off from engine vibration resulting in loss of control.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the lower handlebar holders with the countermeasure parts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MT | – | – | 7,625 |
| XSR900 | – | – | 7,625 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 17 April 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.