Recall: Yamaha Recalls YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury, Death (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves model year 2015 Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles with model numbers YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW. The recalled motorcycles are blue and white, and white and red. The model number is on left and right side of the fuel tank cowling. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the frame near the steering stem. The letter F in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2015 model year.

Name of product: Off-road motorcycles

Units: About 875

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

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.

Recall date: December 18, 2014

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

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

Importers: Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.

Manufactured in: Japan

Consumer contact: Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Sport tab, subcategory Motorcycles-Off-Road, click on Parts and Service, then Factory Modification Campaigns, then Customer Letter M2014-020R for more information.

Recall number: 15-713