2009 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls and problems

The 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls

Recall 11V-338: Electrical System

Reported Jun 27, 2011 · 9,850 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles manufactured from february 2006, through march 2009. The ground joint connector of the wire harness could overheat and become deformed, possibly causing an intermittent ground wire connection. If the electrical system is not properly grounded, the ignition system and/or other electrical components could malfunction, which could cause the engine to stall.

Risk: If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Yamaha dealers will install an additional wire sub-lead or, if the ground joint connector has already been damaged from overheating, dealers will install a new main wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 8, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Recall 09V-002: Electrical System

Reported Jan 8, 2009 · 9,325 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: Yamaha is recalling 9,300 my 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles. The internal switch wiring could become disconnected. If this occurs electrical current flow will be stopped and the engine could stall.

Risk: If the engine stalls, the operator may be unable to start or restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before january 16, 2009. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

2009 Yamaha FJR1300 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	7
Engine and Engine Cooling	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 18,500 miles · reported Apr 3, 2016

I was riding at about 30mph on a highway and the engine suddenly died. I had to coast over to the shoulder to stop. The gauges stayed on, the kill switch was in the run position, but the engine would not start (Starter would not engage) until I turned the ignition key off then back on. Then it started back up as usual, and I rode on to work. These are the same symptoms described in the recalls # 09v-002 and 11v-338 which were performed on my bike in 2011 (Modification numbers from yamaha 990051 and 990061) but apparently the bike is not fixed and appears to be dangerous to ride since it lost…

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 18,336 miles · reported Aug 28, 2014

The problem I AM about to describe has been occurring since the motorcycle was new. However, due to research, I AM only now able to report the problem. On hot days, when the motorcycle is parked outside, after starting, it stumbles and cuts out during acceleration. The last incident (Which I AM now reporting on) almost caused me to get hit in a parking lot when the motorcycle died accelerating from a stop sign. A vehicle at the adjacent stop sign almost hit me when I stalled out. The research I've done points to the emission control charcoal canister as being the problem. Once it becomes…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 16,000 miles · reported Jan 29, 2013

While reassembling my motorcycle (Due to an unrelated repair), the fuel tank began to leak due to a hole worn into the tank from a hex bolt that holds on a plastic rear skirt. It appears that several years of abrasion, due to the hex bolt mounting hole being too close to the tank (Possibly due to a manufacturing or assembly defect) caused the tank metal to become compromised. When I reassembled the motorcycle the hex bolt was able to penetrate the wall of the weakened metal, thus causing the hole. My main concern is that this leak could have occurred while riding, and would have resulted in a…

Electrical System · at 18,000 miles · reported Dec 21, 2011

Engine intermittently cuts-out. Cut-out lasts for a second or less and may repeat itself several times before operating properly again. May cut-out several times in 10 mile daily commute. When engine is cutting-out, it is a complete loss of engine power. Very unsafe situation when traveling on freeway in traffic. Ignition switch and wiring harness recall work has been completed and problem has not been resolved.

Electrical System · at 15,000 miles · reported Aug 12, 2011

The contact owns a 2009 yamaha fjr13ayb motorcycle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 11v338000 (Electrical system:wiring) and contacted the dealer to set-up an appointment for repairs. The dealer advised that the wire sub-lead that was needed for repair was not readily available and would need to be ordered. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the part was being shipped from another state. The contact stated that the vehicle still had not been repaired and when contacting the dealer, he received no response. The failure mileage was 15,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Yamaha FJR1300: 11V-338 (electrical system), 09V-002 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Yamaha FJR1300?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (7 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 miles.

Are Yamaha recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.