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    Certain 2014 Yamaha R6s being recalled

    Yamaha is Recalling certain 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles

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    2014WASHINGTON, D.C. – December 4, 2014 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -
    RECALL Subject : Front And Rear Wheel Insufficient Hardness
    Report Receipt Date: OCT 14, 2014
    NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V644000
    Component(s): WHEELS
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 28
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    Vehicle MakeYAMAHA
    ModelYZFR6
    Model Year(s)2014

    Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
    SUMMARY: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The front and rear wheels of the affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with insufficient hardness.
    CONSEQUENCE: If the wheels have insufficient hardness, the wheels may loosen and/or air may leak from around the tire bead. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
    REMEDY: Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha’s number for this recall is 990088.
    NOTES: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go towww.safercar.gov.
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    Re: Certain 2014 Yamaha R6s being recalled

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