Yamaha Mt: Main Switch Electric Terminal May Corrode
Recall Summary Yamaha is recalling 1,794 MT and YZF-R3 motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom because moisture can enter the main switch assembly and corrode the electrical terminals. In worst-case scenarios, this corrosion could cut the electrical supply and cause the engine to stall while riding. Yamaha will replace the affected switch assembly with a new part.
- Recalling firm
- YAMAHA
- Product
- Vehicles: YAMAHA MT, YAMAHA YZF-R3. Units affected: 1,794
- Reason
- It has been identified that water/moisture can enter the Sub-Switch Assembly and contaminate the main switch circuit board. This can possibly cause corrosion of the main switch electric terminal. In the worst case this can result in the electrical supply being cut and could cause the engine to stall whilst the machine is being ridden. Remedy: Recall all known machines to replace the Sub-Switch Assembly with a new Quality Product.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-02-24
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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