Date: 2025-11-12. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
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. (excerpt)
Consequence: An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. (excerpt)
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 sea (excerpt)
Do not drive: Yes. Park outside: No.
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