Recall 21V865 affects 2,462 2016-2021 Yamaha FJR13 motorcycles for ECU software that can prevent acceleration. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
A lack of acceleration increases the risk of a crash. Difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals are warning signs tied to this defect. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips, until the inspection and ECU reprogramming are complete. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 2,462 2016-2021 FJR13 motorcycles under recall 21V865 because ECU programming installed during an earlier recall can keep the engine from accelerating as intended. Do not drive the motorcycle until a Yamaha dealer completes the free repair, because a lack of acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
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What's wrong?
The ECU on 2016-2021 Yamaha FJR13 motorcycles is the electronic control unit, the computer that manages engine response. It reads rider inputs and engine conditions, then controls how much engine speed and power are available. In this recall, the issue is software inside that unit, not a broken mechanical part.
Yamaha installed ECU programming during an earlier repair to protect second gear parts from abnormal stress. Under certain second gear shifts, such as when throttle is applied before the clutch is fully engaged, engine rpm rises sharply. The software reacts by limiting maximum engine speed, but the limit is too restrictive. That leaves the motorcycle with less acceleration than the rider expects.
Before related gear damage on unmodified motorcycles, an owner can notice difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals. Yamaha told customers to keep the affected motorcycle out of service until inspection or modification is performed.
Who's affected?
The 2019 motorcycles list ECU part number B96-8591A-50; the other model years list B96-8591A-80.
| 2019 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
|---|---|
| 2021 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
| 2020 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
| 2016 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
| 2017 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
| 2018 Yamaha FJR13 | Software |
| Units affected | 2,462 |
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?
A lack of acceleration increases the risk of a crash. Difficulty shifting, trouble finding neutral, or false neutrals are warning signs tied to this defect. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips, until the inspection and ECU reprogramming are complete. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2021 Yamaha FJR13 motorcycle is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motorcycle until the free ECU reprogramming is complete.
- Arrange a tow or transport 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 ECU reprogramming that corrects the acceleration problem from the prior recall repair.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 21V865 when you call.
- Call Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 with questions and mention Yamaha recall 990152.
What happens at the repair
Do not ride the motorcycle until the recall repair is complete. At the dealer, a Yamaha technician reprograms the ECU at no charge. Motorcycles previously repaired under recall 20V-813 need to return for this new ECU remedy because the earlier programming can prevent acceleration as intended. Parts and labor are covered. Yamaha has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for related ECU recall work before the owner letter, ask Yamaha customer service or the service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 5, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 9, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| December 9, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 9, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 10, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V865?
Recall 21V865 covers 2,462 2016-2021 Yamaha FJR13 motorcycles with ECU software installed under recall 20V-813. That programming, meant to prevent gear damage, can stop the engine from accelerating as intended and increase crash risk. Yamaha dealers will reprogram the ECU for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2021 Yamaha FJR13 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 21V865. If it is, Do not drive or ride it to the dealer. Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer or Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 and ask how to get the ECU reprogrammed safely.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Yamaha dealers will reprogram the ECU free of charge under recall 21V865. Motorcycles that already received the earlier recall 20V-813 repair need to return for this new remedy, and parts and labor for the recall repair are covered.
What does do not drive mean for this Yamaha recall?
Do not drive or ride the motorcycle until the ECU reprogramming is complete. The recall says owners are advised not to ride because the engine can fail to accelerate as intended, increasing crash risk. Ask the Yamaha dealer about safe transport if the motorcycle must move.
When did Yamaha notify owners about recall 21V865?
Yamaha mailed owner notification letters on November 30, 2021. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received that letter, the VIN still decides whether your FJR13 is included. Reference recall 21V865 or Yamaha recall number 990152 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V865000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V865 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V865000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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