Vehicle recall 17V221000 · March 31, 2017
Yamaha FJ-09, FZ-09 and 1 more model
The lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the handlebars are not properly secured to the motorcycle, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V221000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 31, 2017
- Filed by
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Manufacturer campaign
- 990114
- Owner notification
- April 13, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 22,433
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Yamaha FJ-09 (2015-2017): 2017, 2016, 2015
- Yamaha FZ-09 (2015-2017): 2017, 2016, 2015
- Yamaha XSR900 (2015-2017): 2017, 2016, 2015
Has your Yamaha been repaired?
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