Recall 14V-754: 2013–2015 Yamaha XT250

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 25, 2014, covering about 4,776 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-754
Report date
Nov 25, 2014
Vehicles affected
4,776
Owners notified
Jan 9, 2015

The problem

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.

The risk

A melted air induction hose may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

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.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerYamaha Motor Corporation, USA
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V754000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Yamaha XT2502013, 2014, 2015All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V-754?

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.

How is recall 14V-754 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.