Yamaha · Canada · Crit
Yamaha Road Star (XV17): Fuel System
Affects Yamaha Road Star (XV17) · 2002 — about 459 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank bracket washer and damper do not adequately protect the tank from engine vibration. Over a period of time, vibration might damage the tank, which could result in fuel leak with the possibility of fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket washer and damper with ones of a new type.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational