Do Not Drive NHTSA · 21V806000 Reported October 15, 2021

Engine case may leak oil onto rear tire

Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa · N/A · 233 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
21V806000
Manufacturer Campaign
990149
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
233
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 15, 2021
Completion Rate
62.66

Defect Summary

Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2020-2021 xvs95c motorcycles. the engine case may leak oil onto the rear tire.

Safety Consequence

Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed october 29, 2021. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990150.

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 21V806000 or campaign 990149.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 21V806000

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

What is recall 21V806000?

NHTSA recall 21V806000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on October 15, 2021. It addresses: Engine case may leak oil onto rear tire. The recall affects approximately 233 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V806000 or the manufacturer campaign number 990149. 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.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

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.