Transport CanadaCritical

October 17, 2006

1999 YAMAHA ROAD STAR SILVERADO (XV16ATN)Transport Canada Recall #2006268

POWERTRAIN

Defect

On certain motorcycles, abnormal wear of certain transmission components could result in a broken retaining circlip. If the circlip breaks, the transmission could lock up, which would also cause the rear wheel to lock up. This could result in loss of control and a crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

Dealer will replace certain transmission components with new ones.

2,452 vehicles affectedMfr ref: N06-081