Safety Recall: Yamaha YZF-R6 - Seat mounting bolt loosening

â„šī¸ Low Safety Notice Low

Seat mounting bolt loosening affecting 5019 vehicles.

📋 Recall Details

Recall Number24V-865
Date Issued2026-04-04
SourceNHTSA
CategoryMotorcycle
DefectSeat mounting bolt loosening
Vehicles Affected5,019
Remedy AvailableYes

📝 Description

The Yamaha YZF-R6 may experience seat mounting bolt loosening. This condition may result in reduced safety and potential injury to the rider.

âš ī¸ Safety Risk

Loose seat may detach during operation, causing rider to fall.

🔧 Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace affected components free of charge.

đŸˇī¸ Recall Information

Severity:
Low

Status:
Closed

Manufacturer:
Yamaha

Component:
Seat Assembly

NHTSA ID:
24V-865

đŸī¸ Affected Vehicles

The following vehicles are affected by this recall:

Yamaha YZF-R6

Years: 2018
VIN Range: VIN C658811 - X504396
Production: January 2018 - December 2018

🚨 Action Required

If you own one of the affected vehicles, follow these steps:

📞 Contact Information

Yamaha Customer Service:
Phone: 1-800-136-3971
Email: recall@yamaha.com

NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline:
Phone: 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153)
Website: www.nhtsa.gov