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2008 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls

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

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2008 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls, newest first

June 27, 2011NHTSA 11V3380009,850 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 FJR1300 motorcycles manufactured from February 2006, through March 2009. The ground joint connector of the wire harness could overheat and become deformed, possibly causing an intermittent ground wire connection. If the electrical system is not properly grounded, the ignition system and/or other electrical components could malfunction, which could cause the engine to stall.
Consequence
If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
Yamaha dealers will install an additional wire sub-lead or, if the ground joint connector has already been damaged from overheating, dealers will install a new main wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on July 8, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 8, 2009NHTSA 09V0020009,325 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

Summary
Yamaha is recalling 9,300 my 2006-2009 FJR1300 motorcycles. The internal switch wiring could become disconnected. If this occurs electrical current flow will be stopped and the engine could stall.
Consequence
If the engine stalls, the operator may be unable to start or restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before January 16, 2009. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system4
  2. Electrical system › Ignition › Switch1
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system1
  4. Equipment1
  5. Fuel system1

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Questions

Does the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Yamaha dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300?
13 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.