The 2002 Yamaha Road Star has 2 recalls, the most serious being a transmission component that can wear abnormally, break a retaining clip, and lock up both the gearbox and the rear wheel, causing an immediate loss of control.
The fuel system recall involves the bracket and damper that mount the fuel tank to the frame. Engine vibration can gradually damage the tank over time, leading to a fuel leak that raises the risk of fire.
At a glance
What can fail
Certain transmission parts wear abnormally and can cause the retaining circlip to break. A broken circlip locks up the transmission and rear wheel, risking loss of control.
What the fix does
Dealer replaces the worn transmission components with new parts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel tank bracket washer and damper don't adequately protect the tank from engine vibration. Over time, vibration can damage the tank and cause fuel to leak, which could lead to fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket washer and damper with improved versions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
