Vehicle recall 89V185000 · November 1, 1989

1986, 1988-1989 Yamaha VMX12

Positive battery cable lead to the starter solenoid may separate from the routing clamp cutting the insulation on the lead.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Positive battery cable lead to the starter solenoid may separate from the routing clamp cutting the insulation on the lead.
Consequence: This could cause a short circuit in the electrical system that could result in the engine stopping and the lights going out withpotential for an accident.
Remedy: Modify by installating a rubber grommet in the bracket hole, rerouting and clamping leads to the bracket with a new band.
Notes: System: postive battery cable.vehicle description: motorcycles.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 89V185000
Reported to NHTSA: November 1, 1989
Filed by: YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
Owner notification: October 23, 1989
Vehicles potentially affected: 8,171
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Recall 89V185000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Yamaha VMX12 (1986, 1988-1989): 1989, 1988, 1986

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