Yamaha recall: Leaking of GYTR racing fuel cap
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected motorcycles when the GYTR Racing Fuel Cap is installed there is a possibility that a small amount of gasoline leaks out of the fuel cap resulting in a risk of fire.
- What to do
- Contact a Yamaha dealer to book the free repair. On the motorcycles fitted with the affected GYTR racing fuel cap the parts will be reworked using a modification kit
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected motorcycles when the GYTR Racing Fuel Cap is installed there is a possibility that a small amount of gasoline leaks out of the fuel cap resulting in a risk of fire.
The fix
On the motorcycles fitted with the affected GYTR racing fuel cap the parts will be reworked using a modification kit
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R7-YZF690 | 1 Jun 2020 | 30 Dec 2023 | 1,280 |
| R6-YZF600 | 1 Jun 2020 | 30 Jan 2023 | 110 |
| R3-YZF320 | 1 Jun 2020 | 30 Jan 2023 | 346 |
| R1-YZF1000 | 1 Jun 2020 | 30 Dec 2023 | 812 |
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 19 September 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.