990141 – Transmission Second Gear Can Break – 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR13A & FJR13AE Motorcycles

December 28, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V813000

Transmission Second Gear Can Break

A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V813

Manufacturer YamahaeBay logo Motor Corporation, USA

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 2,285

 

Summary

YamahaeBay logo Motor Corporation, USA (YamahaeBay logo) is recalling certain 2016-2020 YamahaeBay logo FJR13A and FJR13AE motorcycles. The second gear of the transmission can crack and break under high speed loads.

 

Remedy

YamahaeBay logo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact YamahaeBay logo customer service at 1-800-962-7926. YamahaeBay logo’s number for this recall is 990141. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

Check for Yamaha Recalls

 


CERTAIN 2016~2020-MODEL FJR1300A, FJR1300AE, AND FJR1300PA MOTORCYCLES

 

FACTORY MODIFICATION CAMPAIGN – Second Gear Failure

 

INTRODUCTION

YamahaeBay logo Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in 2016~2020-model FJR1300A, FJR1300AE, and FJR1300PA motorcycles.

In affected motorcycles, the side of second gear may not be strong enough to handle high speed loads. As a result, cracks may occur due to constant stress applied during repeated gear shift operation and, eventually, the gear could break. If this happens, the transmission and, in turn, the rear wheel, could lock, increasing the risk of loss of control and a crash with injury or death.

To correct this defect, YamahaeBay logo is initiating a Factory Modification Campaign. Affected units must have the main axle and drive axle assemblies replaced with the stronger parts and the Engine Control Unit (ECU) reprogrammed to prevent excessive rpm leading to second gear damage.

NOTE: This modification does not affect the emissions compliance of this product.

YamahaeBay logo is notifying all registered owners of affected motorcycles by mail. A copy of this letter is included in this bulletin. The customer should take this letter along with the affected motorcycle to an authorized YamahaeBay logo dealer for modification.

If your dealership was invoiced for one or more affected units, a computer report listing all affected motorcycles invoiced to your dealership is included with a mailed copy of this bulletin. Use the list to help ensure all motorcycles are modified. All sold motorcycles that have been registered with YamahaeBay logo will show the customer’s name and address.

Your dealership must notify the owner of any affected motorcycle that was actually sold but listed as “unsold” in the report. You must modify all affected motorcycles in your inventory as well as all customer-owned motorcycles brought to you for this service. Any affected motorcycle that you purchase from YamahaeBay logo in the future may also require modification. If you purchase a motorcycle from another dealer or YamahaeBay logo, check to see if the procedures in this bulletin have already been performed before you sell the motorcycle.

Motorcycles that are affected should not be operated until they are modified. It is a violation of YamahaeBay logo policy for your dealership to deliver any affected motorcycle to customers until the procedures in this bulletin are performed.

NOTE: Also check to see if the unit you are modifying is also affected by the Brake Switch Factory Modification Campaign announced in Technical Bulletin M2021-001R. Perform both procedures at the same time for customer convenience and shop efficiency.

When the modification on each motorcycle is performed, follow the Warranty Information section of this bulletin to receive reimbursement. Be sure to use the Factory Modification Campaign procedures in Chapter 7 of the Warranty and Y.E.S. Handbook (LIT-11760-00-16).

 

DEALER ACTION SUMMARY

Unsold & Sold:

Use YDS Unit Status to check to be sure the unit is affected and that it is not already modified; confirm by checking the motorcycle according to the Identification Procedure section of this bulletin. If the unit is affected, replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies, and reprogram the ECU, as instructed in this bulletin.

IMPORTANT: Customers with unauthorized, aftermarket ECU modifications may experience issues once the ECU reprograming required by this recall is performed. YamahaeBay logo cannot participate in accommodating any unauthorized ECU changes. Therefore, damage resulting to an ECU during recall reprogramming because of previous unauthorized modification is the customer’s responsibility.

 

Parts Required:

Yes. Order the appropriate Transmission Kit and Transmission Add Kit (two kits needed for each model). See the Parts Information section of this bulletin for more information.Warranty:Factory Modification Campaign. See the Warranty Information section of this bulletin. This modification applies to all affected units regardless of ownership or warranty status.

 

Notify Customers:

Yes, you must immediately contact any customer whose motorcycle shows as unregistered on the enclosed report. YamahaeBay logo has sent letters to customers whose motorcycles were registered with YamahaeBay logo as of 1/19/2021.

 

AFFECTED RANGE

Check Unit Status on YDS to make sure the Primary ID (PID) is in the Affected Range and is eligible for this repair. The affected unit ranges for this issue are:

YearModelPrimary ID
PrefixFromTo
2016 ~ 2019FJR1300ARP29E00000020000822
2016 ~ 2019FJR1300ARP29Y00000020000151
2016 ~ 2020FJR1300AERP30E00000010001009
2016 ~ 2020FJR1300AERP30Y00000060000221
2018, 2020FJR1300PARP31Y00000030000092

 

SERVICE PROCEDURES

Refer to the FJR1300 Service Manual (P/N: LIT-11616-29-61) as needed for these procedures. Also, for police models, refer to the supplemental Service Manual (P/N: LIT-11616-31-59).

 

There is also a helpful video with tips and precautions available at:

 



5 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKEMODELYEAR
YAMAHAFJR13002016-2020

 


8 Associated Documents

Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-20V813-5457.PDF 216.158KB

 


Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-20V813-4659.pdf 244.233KB

 


Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1

RCLRPT-20V813-4450.PDF 216.217KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-20V813-8927.pdf 4384.805KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-20V813-0161.pdf 172.378KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1

RCLQRT-20V813-4158.PDF 211.139KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2

RCLQRT-20V813-4555.PDF 211.24KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3

RCLQRT-20V813-3587.PDF 211.324KB

 


Latest Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=20V813&docType=RCL

 


 

Bestseller No. 1
Valvoline Daily Protection 80W-90 Gear Oil 1 Quart
  • Extreme pressure additives deliver outstanding high pressure performance, load carrying capacity and durability for towing and hauling
  • Daily protection gear lubricant helps prevent noise and chattering, while protecting gear teeth from wearing out prematurely
  • Exceptional high and low temperature protection ranges from -15F to 410F for dependable year-round coverage
  • Fights rust and corrosion with corrosion inhibitors and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown
  • Meets or exceeds API Services GL-5 and non-synchronized manual transmissions calling for GL-4
SaleBestseller No. 2
Lucas Oil 10047 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil/Transmission and Differential Lube - 1 Quart
  • Fit type: Vehicle Specific
  • Affordable solutions
  • Replaces OEM number: Lucas Oil: 10047
  • Excellent for use in limited-slip differentials
  • Packaging May Vary
Bestseller No. 3
Bel-Ray Big Twin Transmission Oil Liter 96900-BT1QB
741 Reviews
Bel-Ray Big Twin Transmission Oil Liter 96900-BT1QB
  • Superior lubricity minimizes sliding friction for maximum power.
Bestseller No. 4
Red Line 42804 Full Synthetic Gear Oil, V-Twin Transmission Oil with Shockproof - 1 Quart
  • CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY - Shockproof technology designed to make a big impact against big impacts.
  • QUIET SMOOTH SHIFTING - V-Twin Transmission oil dampens transmission noise, reducing the notorious shifting clunk found in these gearboxes.
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE - Transmission fluid that dramatically reduces temperature, providing thicker oil films between gear teeth and resists throw-off.
  • POPULAR POWESPORTS OIL FOR - UTVs & Side by Sides, ATVs, sportbikes and other powersports vehicles, suitable for JASO MA/MA2 applications.
  • WHY RED LINE - Established in 1979, Red Line Products perform & protect better than any on the market. No compromises.
Bestseller No. 5
Valvoline FlexFill Advanced Full Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil 1 Quart Pouch
  • FlexFill squeezable pouch releases 2X more fluid with less effort for 3X faster filling vs. traditional bottle packaging
  • Contains limited slip for optimal performance of the clutch pack, while also delivering 30% better protection against towing and heavy loads and 1.5X better gear wear protection
  • Advanced full synthetic helps prevent noise and reduce chattering, while protecting gear teeth from wearing out prematurely
  • High and low temperature protection ranges from -50F to 300F degrees for cold temperature fluidity and high temperature performance
  • Fights rust and corrosion with corrosion inhibitors and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown

Last update on 2026-05-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API


 

This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.

Leave a Comment

Share to...