Arcing may cause headlight failure
Defect Summary
Yamaha motor corporation usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 yzfr1 motorcycles manufactured october 2008 through august 2013 and 2012-2013 xtz12 motorcycles manufactured october 2011 through august 2013. in the affected motorcycles, use of the headlight may generate enough heat to cause the bulb connections to expand, resulting in arcing in the headlight bulb socket which could cause the socket to overheat, melt and cause the headlight to malfunction.
Safety Consequence
A headlight failure reduces the rider's ability to see clearly and the motorcycle's visibility to oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlight socket, free of charge. the recall began on march 10, 2014. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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FAQ: Recall 14V044000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V044000?
NHTSA recall 14V044000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on February 10, 2014. It addresses: Arcing may cause headlight failure. The recall affects approximately 24,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V044000 or the manufacturer campaign number 990084. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.