Transport CanadaHigh Risk
1998 YAMAHA V-STAR 650 CUSTOM (XVS65)Transport Canada Recall #2005178
The official notice
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the seat to the rear fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat. If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the seat can fall off the fender. A passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat mounting hardware.
6,343 vehicles affectedMfr ref: M05-049Updated June 10, 2026