Recall
Yamaha Xt250 — 14V754000
NHTSA ID
14V754000
Make
Yamaha
Model
Xt250
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2014-11-25
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Units Affected
4,776
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
990091
Summary
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Yamaha XT250 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2012, to October 1, 2014. The affected motorcycles contain an air induction pipe and hose which may fail after prolonged periods of high RPM operation. The air induction hose may melt causing hot exhaust gases to leak from the hose.
Consequence
A melted air induction hose may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air induction pipe and hose, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-714-761-7300. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990091.