Power train: manual transmission: lubricant
- Component
- Power train: manual transmission: lubricant
- Manufacturer
- YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA
- Vehicles affected
- 300
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2000-09-21
- Owners notified
- 2000-09-26
Defect description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE DRAIN BOLT FOR THE TRANSMISSION OIL CAN COME LOOSE DURING OPERATION ALLOWING OIL TO FLOW OUT FROM THE DRAIN HOLE ONTO THE PAVEMENT.
Safety risk
THIS COULD CAUSE THE REAR TIRE TO SLIP, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH AND RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE DRAIN BOLT.