NHTSA Recall 80V040000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 114,375 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Yamaha XS400.
| NHTSA campaign | 80V040000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | April 1, 1980 |
| Owner notification | April 14, 1980 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The fuel petcock, which controls the fuel supply from the gas tank to the carburetor, may be defective. The involved petcock contains a rubber diaphragm. In the event that a hole develops, fuel may be misdirected and may manifest itself in a fuel leak in the petcock housing.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will install an improved fuel petcock without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: fuel; fuel petcock.consequences of defect: a fuel leak could lead to a fire and personal injury.note: the owner is advised to use extreme caution when operating the vehicleprior to the repair.
Vehicles covered by recall 80V040000
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.