CPSC recall 15-713, announced December 18, 2014, covers Yamaha Motor Off-road motorcycles (about 875 units). The engine can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled 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.
The model number is on left and right side of the fuel tank cowling.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2015 Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles with model numbers YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW. The recalled motorcycles are blue and white, and white and red. The model number is on left and right side of the fuel tank cowling. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the frame near the steering stem. The letter F in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2015 model year.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The engine can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 15-713
- Units
- About 875
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from May 2014 through November 2014 for about $7,600.
- Importer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Off-road motorcycles
CPSC product type: Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
Recall contact information
Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Sport tab, subcategory Motorcycles-Off-Road, click on Parts and Service, then Factory Modification Campaigns, then Customer Letter M2014-020R for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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