Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V221000 Reported March 31, 2017

Handlebar mounts may loosen

Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa · Steering · 22,433 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V221000
Manufacturer Campaign
990114
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
22,433
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 31, 2017
Completion Rate
49.57

Defect Summary

Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2017 fj-09, fz-09, and xsr900 motorcycles. the lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.

Safety Consequence

If the handlebars are not properly secured to the motorcycle, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower handlebar holder, free of charge. the recall began april 13, 2017. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990114.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference recall ID 17V221000 or campaign 990114.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V221000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V221000?

NHTSA recall 17V221000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on March 31, 2017. It addresses: Handlebar mounts may loosen. The recall affects approximately 22,433 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V221000 or the manufacturer campaign number 990114. 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.