Air filter and screws in Yamaha motorcycle
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0745/06 |
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | YZF R6 ‘06 |
| Published | 24 November 2006 |
Risk Description
The affected motorcycles pose a risk of injury following a loss of control of the motorcycle. The risk results from the fact that the air filter mounting screws may come off and get caught at the throttle valve. If this happens, the throttle valve may stick and the vehicle does not reduce the engine speed properly.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown