CPSC recall 14-717, announced February 26, 2014, covers Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles (about 1,300 units). The off-road motorcycle's drive chain can detach and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 962-7926, or go to www.yamahamotorsports.com.
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.
Check 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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 14-717
- Units
- About 1,300
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from December 2013 through January 2014 for between $7,500 and $8,500.
- Importer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif.
Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles
CPSC product type: Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles
Recall contact information
Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Sports tab, subcategory Motorcycles-Off-Road, click on Parts and Service, then Factory Modification Campaigns, then models YZ250FE and YZ450FE for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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