NHTSA Recall 14V644000: Wheels
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 2014 Yamaha YZFR6.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V644000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 990088 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Report received | October 14, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 30, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The front and rear wheels of the affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with insufficient hardness.
Safety risk
If the wheels have insufficient hardness, the wheels may loosen and/or air may leak from around the tire bead. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990088.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V644000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Yamaha YZFR6 | 2014 |
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.