RecallNHTSA 25V778000Published

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA: engine and engine cooling:critical fasteners

Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2022 XMAX scooters. The camshaft retainer bolt may loosen and not properly secure the camshaft, resulting in an engine stall.

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

2022 YAMAHA XMAXManufacturer campaign: 990184Part: 91312-06012-00Part: 93210-32816-00Part: B74-E2213-00-00Part: 54D-E4714-00-00Part: B74-E1193-00-00Part: 90430-10806-00Part: 31G-12214-00-00Part: B74-1112F-09-002021 YAMAHA XMAX2020 YAMAHA XMAX2019 YAMAHA XMAX2018 YAMAHA XMAX
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Official action

Do not drive. Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install a new camshaft plate kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990184. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 24, 2025.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

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Product & source details

Product
2022 YAMAHA XMAX
Brand or manufacturer
YAMAHA
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
25V778000
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