Power train: clutch assemblyRecall 16V-800 · 2014–2016 Yamaha WR250r
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recall 16V-800 covers 2,550 2014–2016 Yamaha WR250r for a power train: clutch assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on November 3, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 40% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V800000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 WR250R motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2013, to June 1, 2016. Due to an incorrect assembly process, the clutch push lever oil seal may crack, allowing engine oil to leak out.
The risk
If oil leaks from the engine, the oil may get on the rear tire, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch push lever oil seal, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990108.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
40%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 2013 to June 1, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.