NHTSA Recall 11V532000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,069 vehicles. It affects 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V532000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | November 1, 2011 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2012 xtz12b/bc (super tenere) motorcycles, manufactured from june 01, 2011, through august 31, 2011. During the assembly process, the fuel pump o]ring may have been installed incorrectly in its groove. If the tabs located around the inner circumference of the o]ring were not seated into the groove properly during pump installation, the o]ring sealing lip could be pinched and damaged, preventing proper sealing.
Safety risk
This could allow fuel to leak from around the fuel pump mounted under the fuel tank. Leaking fuel could result in a fire hazard.
Remedy
Yamaha dealers will replace the fuel pump o-ring free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V532000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Yamaha XTZ12B/BC | 2012 |
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.