Kawasaki To Recall Certain Motorcycles Due to Damaged Air Suction Valves May Cause Fire

Damaged Air Suction Valves May Cause Fire

Damaged air suction valves may allow high temperature exhaust gas to blow back through and melt surrounding parts, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V307000

Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,529

Summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019-2020 NINJA ZX-10R, NINJA ZX-10R ABS, and NINJA ZX-10R ABS KRT EDITION motorcycles. The engine control unit (ECU) programming may cause the engine to backfire when the quick shift function is used under high engine load, possibly resulting in damage to the air suction valves.

Remedy

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU and inspect the air suction valves and surrounding parts, replacing them as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC20-02.

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Yamaha Recalling Certain Scooters Due to Insufficiently Tightened Cylinder Head Nuts

Insufficiently Tightened Cylinder Head Nuts

A fouled spark plug could cause the engine to stall at idle and possibly not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V277000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,116

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 XC155 scooters. The cylinder head nuts may not have been tightened properly and could loosen, allowing coolant to foul the spark plug.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the cylinder head gasket and tighten the cylinder head nuts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990137.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Brake Pads May Corrode/Detach From Backing Plate

Brake Pads May Corrode/Detach From Backing Plate

If the brake pad friction material detaches from the backing plate, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V236000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,691

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018-, Tiger 1200 XCx and Tiger 1200 XCA, 2019-2020 Speed Triple S and Speed Triple RS, 2018-2019 Tiger 1200 XRT, Tiger 1200 XR, Tiger 1200 XRx and Tiger 1200 XRx LRH and 2020 Tiger 1200 Alpine Edition and Tiger 1200 Desert Edition motorcycles. The front brake pads may corrode, potentially causing the front brake pad friction material to detach from the backing plate.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 579.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Brake Pads May Corrode/Detach From Backing Plate

Brake Pads May Corrode/Detach From Backing Plate

If the front brake pads friction material detaches from the backing plate occurs, the motorcycle may experience increased stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V232000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Number of Units Affected 97

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017 Superleggera motorcycles. The front brake pads may corrode, potentially causing the front brake pads friction material to detach from the backing plate.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-001.

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Yamaha is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Improper Lubrication of Engine Components/Stall

Improper Lubrication of Engine Components/Stall

Improper lubrication of internal engine components can result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V212000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components ENGINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 17

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain XV250 motorcycles. An oil passageway in the engine side cover may not be properly manufactured, possibly blocking lubricating oil to the engine.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace of the engine side cover, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990136.

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Indian is Recalling Certain Motorcycles due to Output Shaft Bearing May Fail

Output Shaft Bearing May Fail

Engine output shaft bearing failure could cause a sudden loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V182000

Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company

Components ENGINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 616

Summary

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Challenger motorcycles. The engine output shaft bearing may not have been sufficiently lubricated during assembly, possibly resulting in bearing failure at very low mileage.

Remedy

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will lubricate the output shaft bearings on motorcycles with less than 50 miles on the odometer, free of charge. Motorcycles with greater than 50 miles will not require a repair, and can either be inspected by a dealer, or the owner can self-report the odometer reading directly to Indian. The recall is expected to begin in April 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-20-02. Note: Owners with an odometer reading of less than 50 miles are advised to not operate their motorcycle until it is repaired.

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KTM is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Possible Fuel Leak

Possible Fuel Leak

A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source, and increase the risk of damage or injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V170000

Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,500

Summary

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is still under development. Owners will be notified when the remedy is available and to take their

motorcycles to a Husqvarna Motorcycle North America, Inc. (HMNA) dealership for repairs. The recall is expected to begin May

15, 2020. Owners may contact HMNA customer service at 1-888-985-6090. HMNA's number for this recall is HTB2011.

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BMW is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information

Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information/FMVSS 122

Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V166000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 365

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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BMW is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Final Drive Pivot Pin May Come Loose

Final Drive Pivot Pin may Come Loose

A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V165000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 4

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS and R1250RT motorcycles. The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service number 1-800-525-7417.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Front Brake Hose May be Improperly Routed

Front Brake Hose may be Improperly Routed

A sudden loss of vehicle lighting or an engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V150000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,585

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Trophy SE A1 and 2013 Trophy SE A1 Launch motorcycles. The ignition switch wiring may be damaged due to the improper routing of the front brake hose, possibly resulting in inoperable headlights or taillights or an engine stall.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the brake hose, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN574.

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BMW is Recalling Certain Scooters Due to Throttle Cable May Stick

Throttle Cable May Stick

If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V083000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Potential Number of Units Affected 416

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 C400X scooters. Water may collect in the throttle cable, which can freeze in cold temperatures, resulting in a stuck throttle.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will dry the throttle cable and affix a warning label instructing owners to not ride in temperatures near or below freezing, free of charge. Owners are also advised to not wash their motorcycle near the throttle cable, and to avoid riding in rainy conditions. The final remedy is still under development. An interim letter is expected to be mailed April 6, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Yamaha is Recalling Certain Vehicles Due to Brake Hose Holder May Come Loose

Brake Hose Holder May Come Loose

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V073000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,480

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The brake hose holder may come loose, potentially causing damage to the brake hose protector and hose, resulting in a brake fluid leak.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hose holder, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2020. Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990134. Note: Motorcycles in this recall are also affected by NHTSA recall number 20V-071.

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Yamaha is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Front Brake Hose May Leak

Front Brake Hose May Leak

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V071000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,561

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The front brake hose my chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replacing it as necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990135.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Side Stand Spring May Fracture

Side Stand Spring May Fracture

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V015000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,244

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton, 2016-2019 Thruxton R and 2020 Thruxton TFC motorcycles. The side stand spring may fracture, possibly allowing the side stand switch to activate and shut off the engine.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand spring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 10, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 570.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Loss of Ability to Shift Gears

Loss of Ability to Shift Gears

A loss of ability to change gears may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V014000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,304

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Speed Twin motorcycles. The gear shift lever linkage may separate from shifter ball joint, resulting in an inability to change gears.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will secure the attachment with a different thread locking compound, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 27, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 569.

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Indian is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to 10A Circuit Breaker Can Trip Causing Stall

10A Circuit Breaker Can Trip Causing Stall

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V882000

Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 5,474

Summary

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2019 Chieftain, Vintage, Roadmaster, Dark Horse, Springfield, and FTR1200 motorcycles. A 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.

Remedy

Indian will notify owners and provide a new 10A circuit breaker and installation instructions. Owners may choose to have the part installed at a dealership, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-19-05.

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Polaris is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to 10A Circuit Breaker Can Trip Causing Stall

10A Circuit Breaker Can Trip Causing Stall

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V881000

Manufacturer Polaris Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,913

Summary

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2019 Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot GT motorcycles. A 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.

Remedy

Polaris will notify owners and provide a new 10A circuit breaker and installation instructions. Owners may choose to have the part installed at a dealership, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-19-02.

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Harley-Davidson is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Unintended Activation of One Rear Brake

Unintended Activation of One Rear Brake

Unintended activation of one rear brake could lead to an unexpected change in vehicle direction which may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V843000

Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Components TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 12,624

Summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2019-2020 FLHTCUTG, and FLRT Trike motorcycles. The Trike Traction Control System software may respond incorrectly to a faulty rear wheel speed signal by activating one of the rear brakes.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson has notified owners, and dealers will update the traction control system software, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0175.

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