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On Oct. 28th, 2011 Yamaha filed a recall campaign with the NHTSA (campaign ID number: 11V533000) regarding possible fuel leaks on 2009 thru 2012 model-year V Star 950 and V Star 950 Tourer manufactured October 2008 through August 2011. The recall also includes the 2007 V Star 1300 model with manufacture dates August 2006 to March 2007. A total of 2800 models are affected.
A separate recall (NHTSA campaign ID number: 11V532000) was issued by Yamaha for the 2012 Super Tenere with manufacture dates June 1, 2011 to August 31,2011. This recall also involves possible fuel leaks.
2009 – 2012 V Star 950, 950 Tourer and 2007 V Star 1300
According to the recall there may not be a proper seal between the fuel pipes for the fuel injectors and the fuel hose connecting them due to an improperly molded fuel hose. Over time, pressurized fuel may leak at the hose connection points, potentially leading to a fire hazard.
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before Nov. 11, 2011. Owners of the affected V Stars can contact Yamaha for more info at 1-800-926-7926.
2012 Super Tenere
Like the V Star models above, the adventure-touring Super Tenere may also have fuel leak problems. According the Super Tenere recall, during the assembly process, the fuel pump O-ring may have been installed incorrectly in its grove. If the tabs located around the inner circumference of the O-ring weren’t properly seated into the grove during pump installation, the O-ring sealing lip could become pinched and damaged, thereby preventing sealing.
This improper seal could allow fuel to leak from around the fuel pump, potentially leading to a fire hazard.
This recall involving 1069 units is expected to begin in the month of November. Customers may contact Yamaha at the same number above for the V Star recall.
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Hey Dennis
January 19th, 2012 at 9:45 pm
I too have the same problem after my 07 was fixed. Have you found out anything?
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I too now have an engine miss after my recall being performed. I had the service performed on Saturday and today is Monday (they are closed on Mondays). I’ll call the dealer tomorrow and have them pick it up for repair. I have a 2007 VStar 1300 with just under 9K miles. No aftermarket mods on the engine or exhaust. Recall performed by Katy Yamaha in Katy, Tx.
January 30th, 2012 at 8:42 pm
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The dealer picked up, repaired and delivered my bike free of charge – and told me the mechanic had reversed the wires to the injectors when reassembling the bike – hope this helps!
February 3rd, 2012 at 11:23 am
I have a recalled 07 vstar 1300. After the rcall “fix” the engine misses and backfires when held at a slow cruising speed. I have Vance & Hinds pipes and a cobra 2000 fuel processor. The dealer fails to do anything about it. It also appears to be using more fuel. Went through a tank in 150 miles where I used get 180 or so mile on a tank. Can you help? Thanks, Dennis
January 4th, 2012 at 10:44 pm