CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain XV250 motorcycles. An oil passageway in the engine side cover may not be properly manufactured, possibly blocking lubricating oil to the engine.
- Risk
- Improper lubrication of internal engine components can result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace of the engine side cover, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990136.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2019 motorcycles, an oil passageway in the engine side cover may not have been properly manufactured. This could block lubricating oil from reaching the engine's internal components.
If the engine does not get enough lubrication, it can stall while you are riding, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine side cover free of charge. Yamaha will notify owners directly. If you have questions, contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 and reference recall number 990136. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Yamaha XV250 | 2019 |
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