2018 Yamaha Smax recalls and problems

The 2018 Yamaha Smax has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

Urgent: recall 21V-251 carries a "do not drive" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Yamaha Smax vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Yamaha Smax recalls

Recall 21V-251: Engine

Do not driveReported Apr 9, 2021 · 4,262 vehicles affected · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Yamaha XC155 scooters. The primary sheave nut may loosen and fall off.

Risk: A missing primary sheave nut may cause a stall, without the ability to restart the engine, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been preformed. Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the primary retaining nut and washer with one of a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990145.

Recall 20V-277: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported May 15, 2020 · 3,116 vehicles affected · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 XC155 scooters. The cylinder head nuts may not have been tightened properly and could loosen, allowing coolant to foul the spark plug.

Risk: A fouled spark plug could cause the engine to stall at idle and possibly not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the cylinder head gasket and tighten the cylinder head nuts, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990137.

2018 Yamaha Smax problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,600 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Yamaha Smax complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 1,600 miles · reported Aug 5, 2020

I AM filing a complaint regarding yamaha's handling of the recall on this scooter. Despite receiving the recall notice in really june, I was told that the parts necessary to repair the scooter defect would not be available for several weeks. After waiting over two months, I called the local yamaha dealership to determine the status of the parts. I was told that the parts were in, but that I would have to bring my scooter to the dealer and that it would have to hold it for up to three weeks before completing the recall repair. This delay has created a significant imposition on me. Yamaha has…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Yamaha Smax have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Yamaha Smax: 21V-251 (engine), 20V-277 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Yamaha Smax?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,600 miles.

Are Yamaha recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.