Yamaha is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Drive Chain Guard Bolts May Loosen

Drive Chain Guard Bolts may Loosen

If the chain guard breaks, it may fall onto the road, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V483000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,493

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018 Yamaha MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC motorcycles. The bolts that connect the drive chain guard to the swingarm may loosen, possibly causing the chain guard to contact the drive chain and break.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace both chain guard mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990120.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Rear Brake Pad Friction Material May Detach

Rear Brake Pad Friction Material may Detach

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

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V480000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 72

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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MV Agusta is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Fork Axle Carrier Defect May Cause Loss of Control

Fork Axle Carrier Defect May Cause Loss of Control

Wheel clamping screws that experience excessive play can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V458000

Manufacturer MV Agusta USA, LLC

Components SUSPENSION

Potential Number of Units Affected 22

Summary

MV Agusta USA, LLC (MV Agusta) is recalling certain 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC, F3 800RC, and F3 800 motorcycles. These vehicles are equipped with a fork axle carrier that may have damaged threads which can cause excessive play of the wheel clamping screw.

Remedy

MV Agusta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the threaded holes in the fork axle carriers, and if necessary replace the fork leg, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact MV Agusta customer service at 1-215-781-1770. MV Agusta's number for this recall is 18RC02.

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Suzuki is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Brake Light May Not Illuminate

Brake Light May Not Illuminate

If the brake lights do not illuminate, it can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V441000

Manufacturer Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 191

Summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2018 Suzuki DR-Z400S and DR-Z400SM motorcycles. During assembly the resin that fills the rear brake stop lamp switch may have adhered to the internal contacts, which can prevent the brake lamp from illuminating.

Remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a new stop lamp switch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 16, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A84.

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Indian is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Air in the Anti-Lock Brake System

Air in the Anti-Lock Brake System

Air in the brake system can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V416000

Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 4,185

Summary

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may have air left in the system after the assembly process.

Remedy

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the front and rear anti-lock brake system, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2018. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-07.

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BMW is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Side Stand or Frame Damage

Side Stand or Frame Damage

Damage to the side stand and/or frame may result in the motorcycle unexpectedly falling over while it is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V408000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 2,376

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 BMW G310R and 2018 BMW G310GS motorcycles. Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frame, installing a reinforcement plate and new side stand, or the frame will be replaced if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 7, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Hoses Near Exhaust Manifold May Melt Causing Fire

Hoses Near Exhaust Manifold May Melt Causing Fire

If the hoses melt, it can cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V371000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,462

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ducati Supersport, and Supersport S motorcycles. The Airbox blow-by and fuel tank overfill hoses may be routed too close to the exhaust manifold, which may cause the hoses to melt.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose routing and correct as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 11, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Rebel West is Recalling Certain Vehicles Due to Missing Rear Side Reflex Reflectors

Missing Rear Side Reflex Reflectors/FMVSS 108

If the reflex reflectors are missing, it will reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V326000

Manufacturer Rebel West Powersports LLC

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 1

Summary

Rebel West Powersports LLC (Rebel West) is recalling one 2018 Rebel R4 LSV vehicle. The vehicle did not have rear side reflex reflectors. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Remedy

Rebel West notified the owner, and rear reflex reflectors were installed, free of charge. No owner notification letter will be mailed. Owners may contact Rebel West customer service at 1-602-842-5100. Rebel West's number for this recall is recall1.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Turn Signal and Headlight Switches May Malfunction

Turn Signal and Headlight Switches may Malfunction

If the turn signal and headlight switches do not function properly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V302000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,242

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat and Street Triple RS motorcycles. Water may get into the left-hand combination switch on the handlebar and cause the turn signal switch and the headlight switch to malfunction.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handlebar left-hand combination switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain 2018 Motorcycles Due to Fuel Leak From Tank Breathing System Valve Plug

Fuel Leak from Tank Breathing System Valve Plug

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V239000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 692

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug and the O-ring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V238000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 692

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will rework the fuel tank cap to improve the fuel tank's breathing capacity, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Indian is Recalling Certain 2018 Motorcycles Due Motorcycle May Start Unexpectedly

Motorcycle may Start Unexpectedly

If the motorcycle starts unintentionally and is parked in an enclosed space, exposure to carbon monoxide may increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V228000

Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,341

Summary

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2018 Indian Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Chieftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, Springfield Dark Horse, Roadmaster, Roadmaster Elite, Roadmaster Icon, and Roadmaster Classic motorcycles. Corrosion may develop within the right combination switch, potentially resulting in the motorcycle starting without the user's intent if the key fob is near the motorcycle and the required safety interlock conditions are met.

Remedy

Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right hand combination switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 19, 2018. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian's number for this recall is I-18-04.

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Zero is Recalling All 2012 Zero S Motorcycles Due to Internal Cells in Battery May Short Causing Fire

Internal Cells in Battery may Short Causing Fire

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V215000

Manufacturer Zero Motorcycles Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 218

Summary

Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles. Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.

Remedy

Zero Motorcycles will notify owners and offer them a choice of either the repurchase of their motorcycle or a financial trade-assist towards a newer model year Zero Motorcycles motorcycle. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero's number for this recall is SV-ZMC-018-383. Note: Since owners are advised to no longer ride or charge the affected motorcycles, Zero Motorcycles dealers will arrange for the collection of the affected motorcycle at no charge to the owners.

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Polaris is Recalling Certain 2015-2018 Vehicles Due to Seat Belt or Seat Back May Detach; Seat May Slide

Seat Belt or Seat Back may Detach; Seat may Slide

If the seat belt buckle or seat back detach from the seat base, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. If the driver's seat unexpectedly moves, it can cause the driver to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V195000

Manufacturer Polaris Industries, Inc.

Components SEAT BELTS, SEATS

Potential Number of Units Affected 24,235

Summary

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles. The driver-seat and passenger-seat seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket may have been improperly welded. Additionally, differences in the seat assembly may prevent proper latching of the seat slider, allowing the driver's seat to move unexpectedly.

Remedy

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt bracket and seat back welds, and the seat slider latching function. If the weld is missing or incomplete, or if the slider doesn't latch properly, the seat bases will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-01.

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KMC is Recalling Certain 2016-2018 Motorcycles Due to Transmission Gears May Break

Transmission Gears May Break

If the transmission gears break it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V089000

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

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 3,964

Summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) motorcycles. A high impact force may cause the transmission gears to break during shifting.

Remedy

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 2nd, 3rd, 4th output gears and the 2nd input gear, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-01.

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Triumph is Recalling Certain 2016-2018 Motorcycles Due to Engine May Stall

Engine may Stall

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V084000

Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 2,824

Summary

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles. The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is 33.

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Harley-Davidson is Recalling All 2008-2011 Touring Motorcycles Due to Brakes May Fail Due to Not Flushing Brake Fluid

Brakes may Fail Due to Not Flushing Brake Fluid

These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V076000

Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 174,636

Summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles. Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the Owner?s Manual.

Remedy

Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush the entire brake system with new Platinum Label DOT 4 brake fluid, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson's number for this recall is 0171.

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Kawasaki is Recalling it's 2017-2018 ZR900 for Rear Shock Absorber Mounting May Elongate

Rear Shock Absorber Mounting may Elongate

Summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.

Remedy

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.

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