Recall 14-717, published February 26, 2014
Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
YZ450FEWCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: YZ250FEL, YZ250FEW, YZ450FEL, YZ450FEW.
Which products are included?
This recall involves two-wheeled 2014 Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles with model numbers YZ250FEL, YZ250FEW, YZ450FEL and YZ450FEW. YZ250F or YZ450F and 250 or 450 is printed on the left and right side panels of the motorcycles. The motorcycles are blue and white, or red and white. The VIN number is stamped on the frame at the steering stem. The letter E in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2014 model year.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The off-road motorcycle's drive chain can detach and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting registered owners directly.
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Recall published
- February 26, 2014
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 1,300
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from December 2013 through January 2014 for between $7,500 and $8,500.
