Recall 14V550 affects 5,300 2014 Yamaha FZ09 motorcycles for a short headlight harness that can disconnect. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 5,300 2014 FZ09 motorcycles because the headlight harness is too short and can break or disconnect when the handlebars are turned fully left or right. If the headlight goes out, rider visibility drops and crash risk rises; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The headlight harness on the 2014 Yamaha FZ09 is the wiring bundle that carries power to the headlight bulb. It connects through a coupler near the bulb, so the light stays powered while the handlebars move through their full steering range. That wiring needs enough slack to move with the front end.
In NHTSA campaign 14V550, the affected motorcycles have a headlight harness that is too short. When the handlebars are turned fully left or fully right, the harness is pulled tight. That strain can break the wiring near the coupler or pull the coupler loose from the headlight bulb, cutting power to the headlight.
There is no warning sign before failure. The headlight can work normally until the harness is pulled hard enough during a full handlebar turn, then the connection can fail without an earlier dashboard message or visible symptom.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Yamaha FZ09 | Headlights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,300 |
Not every 2014 Yamaha FZ09 motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the headlight harness breaks or the coupler detaches, the headlight will go out. That reduces the rider's visibility and increases the risk of a crash when other drivers need to see the motorcycle. Schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Yamaha FZ09 is included in this recall.
- Contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 to confirm the repair status for your motorcycle.
- Ask a franchised Yamaha dealer about the free headlight sub-harness installation that lengthens the too-short harness so it does not break or disconnect at the bulb coupler.
- Bring the owner notice if Yamaha mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V550 when you call.
- Ride with extra caution until the repair is complete. Loss of the headlight reduces rider visibility and increases crash risk.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Yamaha technician will install a sub-harness to lengthen the headlight harness on the 2014 FZ09. That added harness gives the wiring more reach when the handlebars are turned fully left or right, so the harness is less likely to break near the coupler or pull loose from the headlight bulb. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| September 10, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 22, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V550?
Recall 14V550 covers 5,300 2014 Yamaha FZ09 motorcycles with a headlight harness that is too short. When the handlebars turn fully left or right, the harness can break near the coupler or disconnect from the headlight bulb. Yamaha dealers install a sub-harness for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Yamaha FZ09 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 14V550. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer and ask for the headlight harness sub-harness repair. Reference recall number 14V550 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V550, Yamaha dealers install a sub-harness to lengthen the headlight harness free of charge at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
What is the safety risk on recall 14V550?
The safety risk is loss of headlight function while riding. If the harness breaks or the coupler detaches, the headlight goes out, reducing the rider's visibility and increasing crash risk. The dealer repair lengthens the harness so it does not pull apart during steering.
What if I bought my Yamaha FZ09 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the motorcycle's VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Yamaha FZ09 is included, then call a franchised Yamaha dealer and reference recall number 14V550.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V550000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V550 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V550000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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