Thread: Recall for Yamaha Vmax

The reason for the problem is, thatoccur for example at high speeds when cold, to high oil pressure inthe pump, acting from behind the oil pump shaft and work it the shaftor the follower of the pump rotors so far into the oil pump housing,the pump is no longer driven.



This can result, which reaches no moreoil to the lubrication points in the engine and the engine suddenlydies by a mechanical failure. That is why Yamaha Germany has decidedto recall a controlled, except when the customer even the dealers andthe press will be informed.

All owners of affected vehicleswill be asked, as soon as possible contact their dealer immediatelyto arrange a workshop date in which a modified oil pump is installed.Furthermore, the old oil pump is checked for already existing damage.If the damage is already visible at the oil pump is additionallychecked the engine.