The 2016 Yamaha FJR1300 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a transmission second gear that can crack and lock the rear wheel without warning, raising the risk of losing control.
A software issue introduced during the repair for the transmission recall can limit engine speed in first gear, causing the motorcycle to not accelerate as expected when the throttle is applied, which can surprise the rider. There is also a front brake light switch that can fail due to internal corrosion, causing the brake light to stay on continuously and the cruise control to cut out unexpectedly.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue may restrict engine speed in first gear, preventing the motorcycle from accelerating normally when you twist the throttle.
What the fix does
Yamaha will mail you instructions to visit a dealer for an engine control unit software update.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front brake switch can fail because silicon oxide builds up inside it, increasing resistance and preventing it from working properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front brake switch at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The second gear inside the transmission can crack and break when the motorcycle operates at high speeds under heavy load.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Unit and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The second gear in the transmission may break, which could cause the transmission to jam and lock up the rear wheel suddenly.
What the fix does
Yamaha will mail you instructions to visit a dealer, who will replace the transmission assembly with an updated design and reprogram the ECU.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
