2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT recalls and problems

The 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

Do not drive warning. NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive affected vehicles until the recall repair is done. Affected campaign: 20V814000.
How the 2018 compares

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0complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
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1 recall

Exterior Lighting

Dec 28, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V814000 · 18,203 vehicles
Do not drive

Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The front brake switch can fail due to increased resistance from silicon oxide.

Risk: Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly. Both situations increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake switch, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990140. Note: Owners are advised not to operate their motorcycle until the repairs have been performed.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2018 vs. other Yamaha Tracer 9 GT years

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Questions

Does the 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, the latest from Dec 28, 2020 (exterior lighting). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT.

Is it safe to drive the 2018 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

1 recall for this model year carries a "Do Not Drive" advisory. Only vehicles with the recall open are affected — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.