Safety Recall: Yamaha YZF-R6 - Battery overheating risk

â„šī¸ Low Safety Notice Low

Battery overheating risk affecting 35291 vehicles.

📋 Recall Details

Recall Number24V-498
Date Issued2026-02-24
SourceNHTSA
CategoryMotorcycle
DefectBattery overheating risk
Vehicles Affected35,291
Remedy AvailablePending

📝 Description

The Yamaha YZF-R6 may experience battery overheating risk. This condition may result in reduced safety and potential injury to the rider.

âš ī¸ Safety Risk

Overheating battery may cause fire, explosion, or toxic fume exposure.

🔧 Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace affected components free of charge.

đŸˇī¸ Recall Information

Severity:
Low

Status:
Open

Manufacturer:
Yamaha

Component:
Battery System

NHTSA ID:
24V-498

đŸī¸ Affected Vehicles

The following vehicles are affected by this recall:

Yamaha YZF-R6

Years: 2015
VIN Range: VIN C729174 - X319744
Production: January 2015 - December 2015

🚨 Action Required

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

📞 Contact Information

Yamaha Customer Service:
Phone: 1-800-455-4289
Email: recall@yamaha.com

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