Yamaha · Canada · Crit
Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (XVS65), V-Star 1100 Custom (XVS11): Seats and Restraints
Affects Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (XVS65), V-Star 1100 Custom (XVS11) · 1998–2005 — about 6K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the seat to the rear fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat. If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the seat can fall off the fender. A passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the seat mounting hardware.
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