EngineRecall 20V-212 · 2019 Yamaha XV250
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recall 20V-212 covers 17 2019 Yamaha XV250 for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on April 9, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q1) shows 76% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V212000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain XV250 motorcycles. An oil passageway in the engine side cover may not be properly manufactured, possibly blocking lubricating oil to the engine.
The risk
Improper lubrication of internal engine components can result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace of the engine side cover, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990136.
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
76%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 19, 2019 to January 10, 2020. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.