Yamaha Recalls YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury, Death (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-12-18). Hazards: crash, injury. Models: YZ250FFL, YZ250FFW. About 875 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15713 |
| Published | 2014-12-18 |
| Last updated | 2014-12-18 |
| Product category | Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories |
| Products | Off-road motorcycles |
| Firm named in the title | Yamaha |
| Firms | Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 875 |
| Model numbers | YZ250FFL, YZ250FFW |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from May 2014 through November 2014 for about $7,600. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The engine can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Machine access
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