The problem
Yamaha is recalling certain accessory yamaha double "t" fat handlebars , part numbers str-5px75-12-00 and str-4wm75-12-00, manufactured from august 1, 2008 through july 31, 2009, to be used on model year 2002-2009 xv1700pc warrior, 1999-2003 vx1600 and 2004-2010 xv1700 road star motorcycles. These handlebars may have tubing thinner than designed where the bars narrow for the switch housings and grips.
The risk
The affected handlebars could be weak enough in the area to break. Should this breakage occur while the motorcycle is being operated, the operator could lose control of the motorcycle which could result in a crash.
The fix
Yamaha will notify owners of record and dealers will replace the affected handlebars free of charge. The safety recall began on august 31, 2010. Owners may contact yamaha toll-free at 1-800-962-7926.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Yamaha dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 10E041000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.