Recall 14V644 affects 28 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 motorcycles for insufficient wheel hardness. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 28 2014 YZFR6 motorcycles because the front and rear wheels have insufficient hardness. That defect can let a wheel loosen or air leak around the tire bead, which increases crash risk; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheels on a 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 do more than hold the tires. Each wheel supports the motorcycle, keeps the tire seated, and carries braking, cornering, and road-impact loads through the hub, rim, and spokes. The metal has to be hard enough to keep its shape under those loads.
On the affected motorcycles, the front and rear wheels were built with insufficient hardness. That means the wheel material is softer than Yamaha's specification. A wheel that is too soft is less able to resist pothole impacts, hard braking loads, and cornering forces. Over use, the rim or related wheel structure can deform instead of holding its designed shape.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because Yamaha did not identify a rider-noticeable symptom in the recall record, owners should treat any included VIN as needing dealer inspection and repair.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 28 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Insufficient wheel hardness can let the wheels loosen or let air leak around the tire bead. Either problem increases the risk of a crash because the tire and wheel assembly is no longer holding as designed. If your VIN is included, 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 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to ask whether the free wheel-and-tire assembly replacement is open for your motorcycle.
- Reference recall number 14V644 when you call Yamaha or the dealer.
- Ask the dealer to replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, which fixes the insufficient wheel hardness that can loosen wheels or let air leak around the tire bead.
- Bring the recall notice if Yamaha mailed one.
What happens at the repair
Yamaha says owners were notified and the recall began on October 30, 2014. At the dealer, a Yamaha technician replaces the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies on the recalled 2014 YZFR6 motorcycle. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If the dealer needs to confirm parts or campaign handling, give the service desk Yamaha recall number 990088.
Timeline
| October 14, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 30, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V644?
Recall 14V644 covers 28 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 motorcycles with front and rear wheels that have insufficient hardness. The wheels can loosen or leak air around the tire bead, increasing crash risk. Yamaha dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Yamaha YZFR6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 14V644. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule replacement of the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies. Reference recall 14V644 or Yamaha recall number 990088 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Yamaha will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies free of charge at a franchised Yamaha dealer.
What is the safety risk on this Yamaha YZFR6 recall?
The safety risk is wheel loosening or air leaking around the tire bead. Either condition increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free wheel and tire assembly replacement with a Yamaha dealer and ask the service desk about riding guidance before your appointment.
What if I bought my Yamaha YZFR6 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included, then call a Yamaha dealer with recall 14V644 or Yamaha recall number 990088.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V644000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V644 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V644000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →