Model year record

2015 YAMAHA FZ07

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. 6 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 14V657000

Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery: cables

Component
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery: cables
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Vehicles affected
3,100
Reported to NHTSA
2014-10-20
Owners notified
2014-10-31

Defect description

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 FZ07 motorcycles manufactured May 1, 2014, to September 30, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the positive battery cable may be pinched between the seat base and seat bracket.

Safety risk

If the battery cable is pinched, it may chafe and short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable and seat bracket, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990089.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Fuel/propulsion system3300 mi
Engine267 mi
Power train167 mi

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.