NHTSA Recall 13V416000
Filed by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA. Component: Service Brakes. Reported 2013-09-11. An estimated 320 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2011 XC50A (Vino Classic) motorcycles manufactured from April 2011 through August 2011. Due to improper adhesion, the brake shoe linings may separate from the front and rear brake shoes.
Risk
If the brake shoe linings separate, the brake performance could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear brake shoes, free of charge. The recall began on October 4, 2013. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.