Recall 21V806000: 2020–2021 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec XVS950
NHTSA flags this campaign with a do-not-drive advisory. Check your VIN right away and follow the manufacturer’s notice.
- Report received
- Oct 15, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Potentially affected
- 233vehicles
- Model years
- 2020–2021
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2020-2021 XVS95C motorcycles. The engine case may leak oil onto the rear tire.
Possible consequence
Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990150.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2020 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec XVS9500 complaints
- 2021 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec XVS9500 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.