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2018 Yamaha MT-07 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 Yamaha MT-07 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Yamaha dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Yamaha MT-07. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
NHTSA #18V483000Reported July 19, 2018 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 3,493 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018 Yamaha MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC motorcycles. The bolts that connect the drive chain guard to the swingarm may loosen, possibly causing the chain guard to contact the drive chain and break.
Safety consequence
If the chain guard breaks, it may fall onto the road, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace both chain guard mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990120.
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 to www.safercar.gov.
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