NHTSA Recall 18V483000: Driveline (power train)
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,493 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Yamaha MT-07.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V483000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 990120 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE |
| Report received | July 19, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018 Yamaha MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC motorcycles. The bolts that connect the drive chain guard to the swingarm may loosen, possibly causing the chain guard to contact the drive chain and break.
Safety risk
If the chain guard breaks, it may fall onto the road, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace both chain guard mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990120.
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 18V483000
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.