NHTSA Recall 02V181000: Mounting (fuel system)
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,451 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Yamaha Road Star Warrior.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V181000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M2002-016 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › MOUNTING |
| Report received | July 23, 2002 |
| Owner notification | July 10, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank bracket washer and damper do not adequately protect the tank from engine vibration.
Safety risk
Over a period of time, vibration might damage the tank which could result in a fuel leak with the possibility of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket washer and damper with ones of a new type. Owner notification began july 10,2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha (1-800-889-2624).
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V181000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.