Yamaha XJR1300 recall: Primary chain may fail
- What's wrong
- When HY-VO chain (Primary chain) is stretched due to high engine temperature the chain may come into contact with an oil nozzle due to insufficient clearance between the chain and oil nozzle. This can result in a broken tip of the oil nozzle which could…
- What to do
- Contact a Yamaha dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the oil nozzle with a countermeasure one.
What’s wrong
When HY-VO chain (Primary chain) is stretched due to high engine temperature the chain may come into contact with an oil nozzle due to insufficient clearance between the chain and oil nozzle. This can result in a broken tip of the oil nozzle which could become caught between the Primary chain and its sprockets if undetected this may result in the Primary chain failing and loss of drive.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the oil nozzle with a countermeasure one.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| XJR1300 | – | – | 1,836 |
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 15 February 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.