The risk
There is a possibility that the fuel leaks from the fuel tank, in case when incorrect material of the O-ring was used inside the fuel tank cap. Risk for the rider’s life in case of fuel leakage, which could eventually result in fire.
Product: Fuel tank cap for Yamaha motorcycles YP250R(XMAX) with serial numbers from SG161-00002336 to SG161-00006529.Type/model:YP250R(XMAX)
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Measures taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other Category of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Other burns, fire alerts in 2006
3 of the 111 motor vehicle alerts published in 2006 concerned the same risk.
| 0145/06 17 Mar 2006 | X-Trail |
| 0133/06 10 Mar 2006 | VL1500W |
Who notified alerts in 2006
| Notifying country | Alerts |
|---|---|
| Greece | 41 |
| Germany | 30 |
| Spain | 15 |
| Ireland | 7 |
| Portugal | 5 |
| United Kingdom | 4 |
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0 · all alerts of 2006