2016 YAMAHA FJR1300

2 recalls — 4 complaints — 2 TSBs

20V813000 Dec 28, 2020
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR13A and FJR13AE motorcycles. The second gear of the transmission can crack and break under high speed loads.
Consequence
A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for ... Read more
2,285 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
20V814000 Dec 28, 2020
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to incr... Read more
Consequence
Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until t... Read more
18,203 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Complaint Statistics

4 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN2
SERVICE BRAKES1
ENGINE1
SERVICE BRAKES May 5, 2021
Incident date: Jan 21, 2021
YAMAHA HAS ISSUED 2 SAFETY RECALLS FOR MY MOTORCYCLE 1/21/2021. VIN [XXX]. IT IS A 2016 YAMAHA FJR 1300. ONE IS FOR FRONT BRAKE SWITCH MAY FAIL, THE 2ND IS FOR THE TRANSMISSION'S SECOND GEAR NOT BEING STRONG ENOUGH AND THE GEAR COULD BREAK POSSIBLY CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION, REAR WHEEL TO LOCK AND ... Read more
ENGINE May 5, 2021
Incident date: Jan 21, 2021
YAMAHA HAS ISSUED 2 SAFETY RECALLS FOR MY MOTORCYCLE 1/21/2021. VIN [XXX]. IT IS A 2016 YAMAHA FJR 1300. ONE IS FOR FRONT BRAKE SWITCH MAY FAIL, THE 2ND IS FOR THE TRANSMISSION'S SECOND GEAR NOT BEING STRONG ENOUGH AND THE GEAR COULD BREAK POSSIBLY CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION, REAR WHEEL TO LOCK AND ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 31, 2020
Incident date: Mar 25, 2017
I RODE TO LUNCH WITH SOME FRIENDS ON SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2017. AFTER LUNCH, WE GOT BACK ON THE BIKES TO GO HOME. WE CAME TO A RED LIGHT, IT TURNED GREEN AND WE PULLED AWAY. I'M RIDING WITH CRUISERS AND WAS THE SECOND BIKE. PULLING AWAY WAS NOTHING DRAMATIC OR "SPIRITED". THE BIKE MADE A FUNNY BANG, ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 9, 2020
Incident date: Dec 2, 2020
YAMAHA HAS ANNOUNCED RECALLS IN A NUMBER OF COUNTRIES (CANADA, GERMANY, UK TO NAME A FEW) FOR A DEFECTIVE 2ND GEAR FOR ALL 2016 THROUGH 2020 FJR MODELS. THE SAME DEFECTIVE PART IS USED IN THE PRODUCTION OF FJR MODELS ACROSS ALL MARKETS WORLDWIDE. THE REPORTED FAILURES RESULT IN TOTAL DESTRUCTION OF... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 YAMAHA FJR1300

2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
M2019-003 Aug 28, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN 2006 ~ 2019 FJR13AC/AEC/ASC/PC (CALIFORNIA MODELS) Canister Replacement/ Air Vent Hose Relocation Due to Water Intrusion
M2019-003 Aug 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN 2006 ~ 2019 FJR13AC/AEC/ASC/PC (CALIFORNIA MODELS) Canister Replacement/ Air Vent Hose Relocation Due to Water Intrusion

YAMAHA FJR1300 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the YAMAHA FJR1300 across all model years (2003–2020).

26 Total Recalls
100 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

YAMAHA FJR1300 — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2020 2 0 View
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2018 2 2 View
2017 2 1 View
2016 (current) 2 4
2015 1 0 View
2014 1 2 View
2013 1 2 View
2012 0 2 View
2011 1 5 View
2009 2 10 View
2008 2 13 View
2007 2 17 View
2006 2 3 View
2005 2 23 View
2004 1 8 View
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