Recall 10V365 affects 53,449 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles for improper front side reflector height. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 53,449 2005-2010 YZF-R6 motorcycles under recall 10V365 because the front side reflector was installed at the wrong height. The misplaced reflector can make the motorcycle less visible to other drivers and increase crash risk; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front side reflector on a 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 is part of the motorcycle's exterior lighting and visibility equipment. It does not shine like a headlamp. Its job is to reflect other vehicles' lights from the side, so the motorcycle is easier to see when light hits it at night or in low visibility.
On these motorcycles, the front side reflector was installed at the wrong height. That placement does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 for lamps and reflective devices. The reflector itself is not described as cracked or electrically failed; the defect is where it sits on the motorcycle.
An owner is not likely to feel a change while riding, because this is a visibility and compliance issue rather than a running or braking problem. There is no warning sign before failure. The clearest sign is the reflector position itself, which a Yamaha dealer checks against the recall repair instructions.
Who's affected?
Spans six model years, all tied to the same exterior lighting component.
| 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2009 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
| 2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
| 2007 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
| 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
| 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6 | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 53,449 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 10V365 ties the defect to reduced motorcycle visibility, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, ride cautiously and schedule the recall work. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 is included in this recall.
- Call Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 before you book service because this record does not list a current remedy status.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to ask for the free front-side-reflector repair that restores the required reflector height.
- Bring the recall notice if Yamaha mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V365 when you call.
- Ride with extra visibility in mind until the reflector repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Yamaha technician repairs the YZF-R6 so the front side reflector sits at the required height. Yamaha's filing says the safety recall began on August 12, 2010, and dealers repair the motorcycles free of charge. If your VIN is included, ask the service desk to confirm the reflector work is still open for your motorcycle and to complete the recall before regular use.
Timeline
| August 5, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 12, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V365?
Recall 10V365 covers 53,449 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles with front side reflectors installed at the wrong height. The reflector placement fails Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 and can reduce motorcycle visibility, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V365. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the reflector repair. Reference recall number 10V365 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Yamaha's remedy for recall 10V365 says dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on August 12, 2010, so a franchised Yamaha dealer can confirm the repair path for your VIN.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility. Recall 10V365 says the front side reflector sits at the wrong height, which makes the motorcycle less visible to other road users and increases crash risk. Yamaha dealers repair the reflector issue for free.
What if I bought my Yamaha YZF-R6 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2005-2010 Yamaha YZF-R6 is included, then call a franchised Yamaha dealer and reference recall number 10V365.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V365000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V365 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V365000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →