Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS Defect in 2018-2022 YAMAHA XMAX
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,715 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 25V778000 |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,715 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2022 XMAX scooters. The camshaft retainer bolt may loosen and not properly secure the camshaft, resulting in an engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install a new camshaft plate kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990184. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 24, 2025.
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