MT-09, MT-10, Tracer 9, and Niken GT: TPS Sensor Issue to Address
Yamaha has just issued a recall for over 22,800 bikes in the U.S. And we’re not talking about just any models: the MT-09, MT-10, Tracer 9, and Niken GT are affected. The reason? A misconfiguration of the ECU (the electronic control unit) that could lead to engine stalls. Definitely not ideal when you’re out riding! If you own one of these motorcycles, pay close attention, because this is serious.
A TPS Sensor Issue That Could Stall Your Ride
Yamaha explains the issue lies with the TPS sensor (throttle position sensor). Basically, it wears out too quickly, generating particles that can skew the data sent to the ECU. The result? An unstable idle, and sometimes even an engine stall. Imagine being in the middle of a turn or accelerating, and bam—the engine cuts out. No need to elaborate; it’s downright dangerous.
Models Affected
If you own one of the following motorcycles, you need to make a trip to the dealer:
- MT-09 (2021-2025) all versions, including with Y-AMT automatic transmission
- Tracer 9 (2021-2024) standard, GT, and GT+
- MT-10 (2022-2024) standard and SP
- Niken GT (2021-2023)
- XSR900 (2022-2024) standard and GP
In short, all bikes that share the CP3 engine platform are affected.
What Solution Does Yamaha Offer?
Rather than leaving its customers to deal with the hassle, Yamaha has a solution: reprogramming the ECU and replacing the TPS sensor. The good news is that it’s 100% free. All you need to do is schedule an appointment with your usual dealer to get the modification done. The fix shouldn’t take long, and honestly, it’s better than riding around on a motorcycle that could stall at any moment.
Recalls are something we often see in the motorcycle world. But this one affects popular models and involves a problem that poses real safety concerns. An engine that cuts out while riding is not just a nuisance; it’s genuinely dangerous. While it’s good that Yamaha is taking responsibility, it would have been preferable for the issue to have been caught earlier.
