Recall 14V657 affects 3,100 2015 Yamaha FZ07 motorcycles for a pinched positive battery cable. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 3,100 2015 FZ07 motorcycles under recall 14V657 because the positive battery cable can be pinched between the seat base and seat bracket. If the cable chafes and short-circuits, fire risk increases; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The positive battery cable on the 2015 Yamaha FZ07 is the main power lead from the battery to the motorcycle's electrical system. It carries current needed for starting and for powered components, so its routing matters. The cable should sit clear of the seat base and seat bracket when the seat is installed.
On affected FZ07 motorcycles, the cable can be trapped between the seat base and the seat bracket. That pinch point puts pressure on the cable covering and the conductor inside it. Over time, seat movement and rider weight can rub or crush the cable at that spot, leaving the electrical lead damaged.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not be expected to see the pinch point during normal riding, and the recall record does not identify a light, sound, smell, or handling change that appears first.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Yamaha FZ07 | battery |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 3,100 |
Not every 2015 Yamaha FZ07 motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A pinched battery cable can chafe, short-circuit, and increase the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall work promptly and have a Yamaha dealer replace the positive battery cable and seat bracket. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Yamaha FZ07 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer and ask whether the free positive-battery-cable and seat-bracket replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 14V657 and Yamaha recall 990089 when you call.
- Bring the owner notice Yamaha mailed on October 31, 2014, if you have it.
- Park away from structures if you smell smoke or see battery-cable damage, then call the dealer before riding.
What happens at the repair
Yamaha notified owners when the recall began on October 31, 2014. At the dealer, a Yamaha technician replaces the positive battery cable and seat bracket so the cable is no longer pinched between the seat base and bracket. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Yamaha lists customer service at 1-800-962-7926 for recall 990089.
Timeline
| October 20, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V657?
Recall 14V657 covers 3,100 2015 Yamaha FZ07 motorcycles with a positive battery cable that can be pinched between the seat base and seat bracket. If the cable chafes and short-circuits, fire risk increases. Yamaha dealers will replace the cable and seat bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Yamaha FZ07 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 14V657. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule replacement of the positive battery cable and seat bracket. Reference recall number 14V657 or Yamaha recall number 990089 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Yamaha will replace the positive battery cable and seat bracket free of charge at a franchised Yamaha dealer.
What is the safety risk on the Yamaha FZ07 recall?
The risk is fire from a damaged positive battery cable. In affected motorcycles, the cable can be pinched by the seat base and seat bracket, then chafe and short-circuit. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before regular use.
When did Yamaha start the recall repair?
Yamaha began the recall repair on October 31, 2014. Owners were notified, and franchised Yamaha dealers replace the positive battery cable and seat bracket free of charge. Yamaha customer service is available at 1-800-962-7926.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V657000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V657 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V657000 |
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 →