Yamaha · United States · Mod
Yamaha YZFR1, XTZ12: Exterior lighting — headlights
Affects Yamaha YZFR1, XTZ12 · 2009–2013 — about 24K vehicles.
The hazard
A headlight failure reduces the rider's ability to see clearly and the motorcycle's visibility to oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlight socket, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational