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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Yamaha Recalls YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury, Death (Recall Alert)

Agency Publication Date: December 18, 2014
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Summary

Yamaha is recalling approximately 875 model year 2015 YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW competition off-road motorcycles because the engine can lock up during operation. This defect was identified in both blue/white and white/red models sold at Yamaha dealerships nationwide between May 2014 and November 2014. While no injuries have been reported, Yamaha is offering a free repair to all owners to prevent potential crashes. Registered owners are being contacted directly by the company.

Risk

The engine may suddenly seize or lock up while the motorcycle is being ridden. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash, posing a severe risk of serious injury or death.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled 2015 Yamaha YZ250 competition off-road motorcycles.
  2. Check the model number on the left and right side of the fuel tank cowling to see if it is model YZ250FFL or YZ250FFW.
  3. Locate the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped on the frame near the steering stem; the letter 'F' in the 10th position confirms the unit is a 2015 model year.
  4. Contact your local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair of the engine components.
  5. You can reach Yamaha at 800-962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com (navigate to Sport > Motorcycles-Off-Road > Parts and Service > Factory Modification Campaigns) and reference Customer Letter M2014-020R.
  6. Contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have further questions or need additional assistance.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

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.

Contact: 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.

Affected Products

Product: 2015 Yamaha YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycle
Model:
YZ250FFL
YZ250FFW
Date Ranges: May 2014 - November 2014

Product Images

Yamaha 2015 model YZ250FFL

Yamaha 2015 model YZ250FFL

Yamaha 2015 model YZ250FFW

Yamaha 2015 model YZ250FFW

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 15713
Status: Active
Sold By: Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from May 2014 through November 2014 for about $7,600.
Manufactured In: Japan
Units Affected: About 875
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Contact: 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.
Agency Last Updated: December 18, 2014

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response