2018 YAMAHA XMAX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Owner Complaints
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Recalls
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Service Bulletins
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Investigations
Overview of the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
The 2018 YAMAHA XMAX has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 9 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VISIBILITY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS.
Recalls for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
NHTSA has recorded 9 recalls for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX, potentially affecting up to 52,720 vehicles.
Recall 20V611000 — VISIBILITY
| 31,000 vehicles affected
Defect: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 YZF-R3, 2020 MT03 and 2018-2020 XMAX scooters. Condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.
Consequence: A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-888-266-3085. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Recall 25V778000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 2,715 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX.
Safety Rating for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 YAMAHA XMAX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2018 YAMAHA XMAX (current)
- 2019 YAMAHA XMAX — 0 complaints
- 2020 YAMAHA XMAX — 0 complaints
- 2021 YAMAHA XMAX — 0 complaints
- 2022 YAMAHA XMAX — 0 complaints
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