- Summary
- Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2012 XTZ12B/bc (super tenere) motorcycles, manufactured from June 01, 2011, through August 31, 2011. During the assembly process, the fuel pump o]ring may have been installed incorrectly in its groove. If the tabs located around the inner circumference of the o]ring were not seated into the groove properly during pump installation, the o]ring sealing lip could be pinched and damaged, preventing proper sealing.
- Consequence
- This could allow fuel to leak from around the fuel pump mounted under the fuel tank. Leaking fuel could result in a fire hazard.
- Remedy
- Yamaha dealers will replace the fuel pump o-ring free of charge. The safety recall began on November 15, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.