Recall 20V813 affects 2,285 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycles for a transmission gear defect. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
A broken gear can make the transmission and rear wheel lock, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals are warning signs. Do not drive the motorcycle, even for short trips. If it must move, ask the dealer about towing. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 2,285 2016-2020 FJR1300 motorcycles because second gear in the transmission can crack and break under high-speed loads. Do not drive these motorcycles until a Yamaha dealer completes the free repair, because a broken gear can lock the transmission and rear wheel, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk.
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What's wrong?
On the 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300, second gear is one of the internal transmission gears that transfers engine power through the gearbox to the rear wheel. It carries load when the rider accelerates in that gear and depends on gear teeth and gear body strength to stay locked in mesh.
In affected motorcycles, the side of second gear is not strong enough for high speed loads. Repeated shifting puts constant stress on the gear, which can start cracks and let the gear break. If the gear breaks, the transmission can lock. Because the transmission drives the rear wheel, that lockup can lock the rear wheel and increase the risk of loss of control.
Before the gear breaks, riders can notice difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals. Those symptoms mean the gearbox is not engaging cleanly, so report them when you speak with a Yamaha dealer.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years of the FJR1300, all involving the same manual transmission gear component.
| 2018 Yamaha FJR1300 | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2016 Yamaha FJR1300 | manual transmission |
| 2017 Yamaha FJR1300 | manual transmission |
| 2019 Yamaha FJR1300 | manual transmission |
| 2020 Yamaha FJR1300 | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 2,285 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorcycle.
What's the safety risk?
A broken gear can make the transmission and rear wheel lock, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals are warning signs. Do not drive the motorcycle, even for short trips. If it must move, ask the dealer about towing. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motorcycle until the transmission repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the motorcycle has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the free inspection, ECU reprogramming, and main-axle and drive-axle repair for the second-gear cracking problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Yamaha has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V813 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Yamaha technician inspects the motorcycle, reprograms the Engine Control Unit, and replaces the main axle and drive axle assemblies when the inspection calls for it. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Do not operate the motorcycle until the repairs have been performed. Yamaha has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for related transmission or axle repairs before the recall notice. Bring repair orders, receipts, and payment records to the service desk so the claim can be reviewed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 28, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| January 13, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 15, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 20, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V813?
Recall 20V813 covers 2,285 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300 motorcycles with a transmission second gear that can crack and break under high-speed loads. A broken gear can lock the transmission and rear wheel, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Do not drive it until the repair is complete.
What should I do if my 2016-2020 Yamaha FJR1300 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 20V813. If it is, do not ride it to the dealer. Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer, ask how to move the motorcycle safely, and reference recall 20V813 when you schedule the free repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Yamaha dealers will inspect the motorcycle, reprogram the Engine Control Unit, and replace the main axle and drive axle assemblies as needed for free.
What does do not drive mean for this Yamaha recall?
Do not drive means do not operate the motorcycle until the recall repair is finished. Yamaha advised owners not to ride affected motorcycles because the transmission gear can break, lock the transmission and rear wheel, and cause loss of control.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V813000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V813 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V813000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →