Off-road motorcycles

CPSC Recall #15-713 — December 18, 2014

Recall #15-713 Date: December 18, 2014 Remedy: Repair

Product

Off-road motorcycles

Description

The engine of 2015 model numbers YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW competition off-road motorcyles can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control and crash.

Hazard

The engine can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.

Units Affected

About 875

Sold At

Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from May 2014 through November 2014 for about $7,600.

Manufactured In

Japan