Motorcycle Recall: May 2019 Yamaha, Triumph & Helmets

Posted: May 28, 2019 in Motorcycle news, motorcycle safety
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Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others. Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.

If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.

If you are based in Europe use the Safety Gate website to locate recalls that may impact you.

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Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

SUMMARY:
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZFR3 motorcycles. Porosities in the front brake lever may cause it to break if it is gripped with a strong force.
CONSEQUENCE:
A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
REMEDY:
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front brake lever, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha’s number for this recall is 990128.

Manufacturer: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

SUMMARY:
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory fairing kits, part numbers A9708301, A9708412, A9938255, A9938257, A9938265, A9938267, A9938323, and A9938325 sold for accessory installation on 2016-2018 Thruxton 1200, Thruxton 1200R, Thruxton 1200 Dual Seat and Thruxton 1200R Dual Seat motorcycles. Insufficient clearance for the wiring may result in damage to the harnesses causing a loss of headlights, turn signals or possibly a stall.
CONSEQUENCE:
An engine stall or a loss of the headlight or turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire covering (conduits) free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2019. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph’s number for this recall is SRAN566.

Manufacturer: Strategic Sports, Ltd.

SUMMARY:
Strategic Sports, Ltd. (Strategic Sports) is recalling certain Motovan Zox Sierra helmets, part number ST-560, in sizes XS, S, M, and L. The helmet shell may allow an object to penetrate through to the users head. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
CONSEQUENCE:
In an event of the crash, the helmet may not protect the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
REMEDY:
Strategic Sports has notified the distributors and known owners, and will provide refunds for all consumers returning their helmet. The recall began May 1, 2019. Owners may contact Moto customer service at helmet.recall.info@gmail.com or 1-888-449-7773.

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