repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: critical fasteners
Do not driveRisk. An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2021 Yamaha XmaxProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Yamaha Xmax, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 25V-778 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Yamaha Xmax has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine and engine cooling
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2021 Yamaha Xmax recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Yamaha.
In owners' words
What Xmax owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2021 Yamaha XMAX 300 Motorcycle. The contact stated that shortly after the motorcycle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V778000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); while riding approximately 55 MPH, the motorcycle suddenly decelerated and stalled. The motorcycle was towed to a…
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