Electrical systemRecall 13V-298 · 2014 Yamaha Bolt
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recall 13V-298 covers 3,900 2014 Yamaha Bolt for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on July 8, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V298000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Yamaha Motor Company (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 XVS950CU (Bolt) motorcycles manufactured March 2013 through June 2013. Slack or sag in the wiring harness may allow it to contact the exhaust manifold causing the wires to melt, and possibly short circuit.
The risk
If the wires short circuit, the fuses will blow which may cause the engine to stall. An engine stall while riding, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness and secure it away from the exhaust. If the wiring harness is damaged, it will first be replaced. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 1, 2013 to June 30, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.