Recall 10V327 covers 676 2009 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycles for sensor ground-wire resistance that disrupts idle speed. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 676 2009 VMX17 motorcycles because an insufficiently crimped ground-wire connection can create excessive electrical resistance in the accelerator and throttle position sensor circuits. Bad signals to the engine control unit can make idle speed unstable and raise crash risk; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2009 Yamaha VMX17, the accelerator position sensor reads the rider's throttle request, and the throttle position sensor reads the actual throttle opening. Both sensors need a clean ground wire, which completes the electrical circuit so the engine control system receives steady signals.
In this recall, the ground-wire connection for those sensors was not crimped tightly enough. A crimp is the squeezed metal connection that holds a wire terminal in place. When that connection has excessive electrical resistance, the sensor signals lose a stable electrical path and the throttle-control system gets information through a weak connection.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, sound, or change in throttle feel to confirm this defect before the motorcycle is inspected.
Who's affected?
| 2009 Yamaha VMX17 | Vehicle speed control |
|---|---|
| 2009 Yamaha VMX17 | wiring |
| Units affected | 676 |
Not every 2009 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive resistance can send incorrect signals to the engine control unit and lead to unstable idle speed. Improper idle speed can result in a crash. Ride cautiously and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009 Yamaha VMX17 is included in this recall.
- Check for Yamaha's owner notice mailed on July 28, 2010, or ask a franchised Yamaha dealer to look up recall number 10V327.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer about the free APS and TPS ground-wire repair that addresses unstable idle from excessive electrical resistance.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 10V327 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. If the motorcycle idles unevenly, stop riding and contact the dealer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Yamaha technician repairs the motorcycle at no charge under the recall. The source remedy does not name a specific replacement part, but the defect involves excessive electrical resistance in the ground wire for the accelerator position sensor and throttle position sensor caused by an insufficiently crimped connection. Yamaha's filing says the safety recall began on July 28, 2010. The final dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN through Yamaha's recall process.
Timeline
| July 20, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 28, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V327?
Recall 10V327 covers 676 2009 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycles with an accelerator-position-sensor and throttle-position-sensor ground-wire connection that was not crimped tightly enough. Excessive resistance can send incorrect signals to the engine control unit, which can cause unstable idle speed. That condition raises crash risk.
What should I do if my 2009 Yamaha VMX17 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V327. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the ground-wire repair. Reference recall number 10V327 when you call. Yamaha's owner contact number is 1-800-962-7926.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Yamaha dealers repair the affected VMX17 motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall repair began on July 28, 2010.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unstable idle speed. Excessive resistance in the sensor ground wire can send incorrect accelerator or throttle position signals to the engine control unit. Improper idle speed can result in a crash, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V327000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V327 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V327000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →