CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Announce Recall of Motocross Motorcycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-11-16). Hazards: crash. Models: YZ125H1, YZ125J1, YZ125K1, YZ125L1, YZ125M1, YZ125N1…. About 59,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02505 |
| Published | 2001-11-16 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-17 |
| Product category | Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories |
| Products | Yamaha 1996-2001 YZ125 and YZ250 series motocross off-road motorcycles |
| Firm named in the title | Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. |
| Firms | Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 59,100 |
| Model numbers | YZ125H1, YZ125J1, YZ125K1, YZ125L1, YZ125M1, YZ125N1, YZ250H1, YZ250J1, YZ250K1, YZ250L1, YZ250M1, YZ250N1, WR250J |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Yamaha dealerships nationwide sold these motorcycles, from January 1996 to September 2001, for between $5000 and $7000. |
Description
The recalled Yamaha motorcycles are 1996-2001 YZ125 and YZ250 series motocross vehicles, with model numbers YZ125H1, YZ125J1, YZ125K1, YZ125L1, YZ125M1, YZ125N1, YZ250H1, YZ250J1, YZ250K1, YZ250L1, YZ250M1, YZ250N1 and WR250J. The recalled motorcycles are blue and white with the word "Yamaha" written on the side of the wheel fork.
Hazard
The throttle on these motorcycles can stick, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately and return them to the dealership where purchased, for inspection and free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Yamaha has received one report of the throttle failing and causing serious injury to the rider.
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