Recall 11V340 affects 260 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycles because the front brake switch can bind. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 260 2011 FJR1300 motorcycles because the front brake switch can bind, keeping the brake light from illuminating when the rider uses only the front brake. That leaves drivers behind without a brake warning and increases crash risk; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front brake switch on the 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 is a small electrical switch tied to the front brake lever. When you squeeze the lever, the switch closes the brake-light circuit so the rear brake light turns on. That light tells traffic behind the motorcycle that you are slowing or stopping.
On affected FJR1300 motorcycles, the activating mechanism inside the front brake switch can bind. When it binds, the lever still applies the front brake, but the switch does not complete its electrical signal. The result is a brake light that stays dark when the front lever is used, even though the rider feels braking at the lever.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rider can apply the front brake and feel normal brake operation while the brake light behind them does not illuminate.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 | Switch |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 260 |
Not every 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
When the rider uses only the front brake, the brake light can stay off, so drivers behind the motorcycle do not get a clear braking signal. That raises crash risk in traffic. Schedule the switch repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer and ask whether the free front-brake-switch repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 11V340 when you call, and explain that the brake light can fail to illuminate when only the front brake lever is applied.
- Bring the recall notice if Yamaha mailed one to you.
- Ride with extra following distance until the repair is complete, and avoid relying on the front brake alone in traffic.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Yamaha technician installs a new front brake switch so the brake light responds when the front brake lever is applied. The source remedy says the safety recall began on July 22, 2011, and the work is free of charge. Because this campaign's remedy status is not marked available here, confirm timing with the Yamaha service desk before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 27, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 22, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V340?
Recall 11V340 covers 260 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycles with a front brake switch that can bind. If the rider uses only the front brake, the brake light can stay off, increasing crash risk. Yamaha dealers install a new front brake switch for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V340. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the front brake switch replacement. Reference recall number 11V340 when you call. Yamaha also lists 1-800-962-7926 for owner questions.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the safety defect at no cost. Yamaha dealers replace the front brake switch free of charge, including parts and labor, for included 2011 FJR1300 motorcycles.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V340?
The safety risk is that the brake light can fail to alert traffic behind you when only the front brake is applied. That loss of warning increases crash risk. The dealer repair replaces the binding front brake switch so the brake light works as intended.
What if I bought my Yamaha FJR1300 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2011 Yamaha FJR1300 is included, then call a franchised Yamaha dealer and reference recall 11V340.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V340000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V340 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V340000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →