FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY... ... more
| Component: |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
| Recall Date: |
AUG 27, 2007 |
| Model Affected: |
CRX |
| Units Affected: |
34000 |
|
Summary
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY...
|
|
Consequence
A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.
|
|
Remedy
FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
|
|
Notes
FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
|
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE LEAD TO THE STARTER SOLENOID MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ROUTING CLAMP CUTTING THE INSULATION ON THE LEAD. ... more
| Component: |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES |
| Recall Date: |
NOV 01, 1989 |
| Model Affected: |
VMX12 |
| Units Affected: |
8171 |
|
Summary
POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE LEAD TO THE STARTER SOLENOID MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ROUTING CLAMP CUTTING THE INSULATION ON THE LEAD.
|
|
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THAT COULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE STOPPING AND THE LIGHTS GOING OUT WITHPOTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
|
|
Remedy
MODIFY BY INSTALLATING A RUBBER GROMMET IN THE BRACKET HOLE, REROUTING AND CLAMPING LEADS TO THE BRACKET WITH A NEW BAND.
|
|
Notes
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
|
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
PLASTIC PIN AND/OR ADJUSTABLE STOP BOLT WHICH ACTIVATE FRONT/REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES COULD CAUSE SWITCH FAILURE. ... more
| Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Recall Date: |
DEC 13, 1988 |
| Model Affected: |
R SERIES |
| Units Affected: |
6212 |
|
Summary
PLASTIC PIN AND/OR ADJUSTABLE STOP BOLT WHICH ACTIVATE FRONT/REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES COULD CAUSE SWITCH FAILURE.
|
|
Consequence
BRAKE LIGHT WOULD NOT FUNCTION; THUS, A CRASH INVOLVINGANOTHER VEHICLE COULD OCCUR.
|
|
Remedy
MODIFY FRONT HAND BRAKE LEVER; PLACE A CAP ON REAR BRAKE STOP BOLT; AND REPLACE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES WITH NEWER SWITCH.
|
|
Notes
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
|
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
FRONT HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID HOSE MAY CONTACT SPEEDOMETER CABLE DURING NORMAL VERTICAL MOVEMENT OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION. ... more
| Component: |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Recall Date: |
APR 25, 1988 |
| Model Affected: |
FZ600 |
| Units Affected: |
9709 |
|
Summary
FRONT HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID HOSE MAY CONTACT SPEEDOMETER CABLE DURING NORMAL VERTICAL MOVEMENT OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION.
|
|
Consequence
THIS COULD WEAR THE BRAKE HOSE AND CAUSE BRAKE FLUIDLEAKAGE, THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS, AND LEAD TO ANACCIDENT.
|
|
Remedy
INSTALL A SPEEDOMETER CABLE HOLDER TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE BRAKE FLUID HOSE; REPLACE BRAKE HOSE IF NECESSARY.
|
|
Notes
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
|
SUSPENSION:REAR
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK. ... more
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Recall Date: |
DEC 18, 1987 |
| Model Affected: |
K75 |
| Units Affected: |
4687 |
|
Summary
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK.
|
|
Consequence
IN EXTREME CASES, SPRING DAMPER COULD DETACH FROM REARDRIVE ALLOWING REAR OF MOTORCYCLE TO DROP ONTO REAR TIRE, CAUSING DRAG ON TIREAND UNSTABLE HANDLING.
|
|
Remedy
REPLACE EYELET WITH A STRENGTHENED ONE.
|
|
Notes
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
|
SUSPENSION:REAR
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK. ... more
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Recall Date: |
DEC 18, 1987 |
| Model Affected: |
K100 |
| Units Affected: |
4687 |
|
Summary
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK.
|
|
Consequence
IN EXTREME CASES, SPRING DAMPER COULD DETACH FROM REARDRIVE ALLOWING REAR OF MOTORCYCLE TO DROP ONTO REAR TIRE, CAUSING DRAG ON TIREAND UNSTABLE HANDLING.
|
|
Remedy
REPLACE EYELET WITH A STRENGTHENED ONE.
|
|
Notes
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
|
SUSPENSION:REAR
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK. ... more
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Recall Date: |
DEC 18, 1987 |
| Model Affected: |
R80 |
| Units Affected: |
4687 |
|
Summary
LOWER PART OF SPRING/DAMPER UNIT EYELET, WHICH ATTACHES TO THE REAR DRIVE UNIT, COULD CRACK.
|
|
Consequence
IN EXTREME CASES, SPRING DAMPER COULD DETACH FROM REARDRIVE ALLOWING REAR OF MOTORCYCLE TO DROP ONTO REAR TIRE, CAUSING DRAG ON TIREAND UNSTABLE HANDLING.
|
|
Remedy
REPLACE EYELET WITH A STRENGTHENED ONE.
|
|
Notes
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
|
SUSPENSION:FRONT
FRONT WHEEL BEARING COULD FAIL DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION. ... more
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:FRONT |
| Recall Date: |
FEB 12, 1987 |
| Model Affected: |
VMX12 |
| Units Affected: |
8789 |
|
Summary
FRONT WHEEL BEARING COULD FAIL DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION.
|
|
Consequence
|
|
Remedy
REPLACE BEARINGS AND AXLE COLLARS ON IN USE MOTORCYCLES; REPLACE AXLE COLLARS AND ENSURE PROPER BEARING LUBRICATION ON UNSOLD MOTORCYCLES.
|
|
Notes
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
|
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
HEAVY LOAD AND/OR HIGHLY COMPRESSED REAR SUSPENSION COULD CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE HOSE TO CONTACT THE PASSENGER'S RIGHT FOOTPEG SECURING STUD, POSSIBLY FRAYING THE HOSE. ... ... more
| Component: |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Recall Date: |
JUL 11, 1986 |
| Model Affected: |
FJ1200 |
| Units Affected: |
3743 |
|
Summary
HEAVY LOAD AND/OR HIGHLY COMPRESSED REAR SUSPENSION COULD CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE HOSE TO CONTACT THE PASSENGER'S RIGHT FOOTPEG SECURING STUD, POSSIBLY FRAYING THE HOSE. ...
|
|
Consequence
|
|
Remedy
INSTALL ADDITIONAL GUIDE ON THE BRAKE HOSE HOLDER TO PREVENT EXCESS BRAKE HOSE TRAVEL. ALSO, INSTALL A MODIFIED PASSENGER FOOTPEG.
|
|
Notes
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
|
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE FUEL COCK AND CARBURETOR MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO ALLOW PROPER CLEARANCE FOR THE OUTLET FUEL LINE CAUSING IT TO CHAFE. ... ... more
| Component: |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Recall Date: |
JUL 11, 1986 |
| Model Affected: |
FJ1200 |
| Units Affected: |
3743 |
|
Summary
THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE FUEL COCK AND CARBURETOR MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO ALLOW PROPER CLEARANCE FOR THE OUTLET FUEL LINE CAUSING IT TO CHAFE. ...
|
|
Consequence
|
|
Remedy
INSTALL MODIFIED FUEL COCK THAT ALLOWS ADDITIONAL FUEL HOSE CLEARANCE.
|
|
Notes
YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
|
|
|
|
BMW F 800 GS delayed due to sibling popularity
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - January 24, 2008... Motorcycle enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the arrival of BMW's new F 800 GS will need to be a bit more patient, as production of the middleweight dual-purpose...
more
|
|
|
BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part V
So what about the numerous model codes that we have also become
acquainted with over the years, such as R, RS, S, CS, C, CL, GS, RT,
RS, GT and LT? ...
more
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
McQueen Kawasaki goes on Auction
International auction house Bonhams & Butterfields will be offering for sale motorcycles previously owned by screen legends Clark Gable and Steve McQueen (pictured) at next month's auction at...
more
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aerostich Press Release
Can you hear me now? These revamped WWII-era field phones come with no frills, fees or frustrations. Just wind up the generator, dial the number and you're good to go. ...
more
|
|
|
the first bike
im thinking about purchasing my first bike and i onestly dont know where to start!!! i mean i want a new bike but i dont wanna pay that much and endu p falling on the bike and messing it up. So... i...
more
|
|
|
Wasted Power- down sizing a sign of senility?
Hey all,
I've been thinking of a downsizing my ride from 1200 to 600 or even 500 as I never use the power and (sigh) track ride but once a year at best. I had someone suggest 250 is lots for the the...
more
|
|
|
Snorrrrrrr
I expected Motorcyclist to have a lively forum but this is like a graveyard. Cycle Worlds forums are lively, raucus, informative... Motorcyclist's forums are where you go to take a nap....
more
|
|
|
|
|
|
BMW in general
maybe it is a paranoia, but it seems that you just do not test many BMW motorcycles, is it that they wont give you bikes? or is it the fact that they may win most competitions? I did a search for the...
more
|
|
|
BMW G450X
The ride report on the BMW in the Sept 08 issue says the drive sprocket set up is "a clever idea that completely eliminates chain torque"..????...That's either an outright lie or there is some kind...
more
|
|
|
Women's M/C Racing Team. Fully Sponsored
Bonneville Motorcycle Racing--Women drivers and Men needed to build their bikes.
Hi All
We have a Women Motorcycle Racing team. We are looking for two lady riders to set Bonneville World Land Speed...
more
|
|
|
Motorcyclist Retro
I heard this new magazine was coming out the end of April. Has anybody seen it yet? I was just down at Barnes & Noble and saw no signs of it....
more
|
|
|
resistor fo busa ignition
I need to know what size resistor to use to bypass keyswitch I have this motor in a roadrace car and the guy who put this together moved...
more
|
|
|
|
|
|