NHTSA Recall 06V442000: Vehicle speed control
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,000 vehicles. It affects 2006 Yamaha YZFR6.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V442000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M2006-018R |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | November 2, 2006 |
| Owner notification | November 29, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the air filter mounting screws may come loose and fall out.
Safety risk
If the screws fall out, they could get caught in the throttle valve which could prevent the operator from reducing engine speed properly. This could result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash with injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air filter element with a new one that is designed to hold the screws securely free of charge. The recall began on november 29, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 714-761-7842.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V442000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Yamaha YZFR6 | 2006 |
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.