Recall: Yamaha Recalls Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves the 2022 Yamaha Competition Off-Road Motorcycle with model numbers YZ125N2L and YZ125N2ME. The motorcycles were sold in Blue and Monster Energy Racing Edition. The model number is printed on the right and left side of the motorcycle. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the frame steering head. The affected vehicles are in the following VIN range: ***CE34C***000301 through ***CE34C***004096.

Name of product: Off-road motorcycles

Units: About 760

Hazard: The gear shift assembly can detach from the crankcase, resulting in unintentional gear shifting, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.

Recall date: April 28, 2022

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from July 2021 through January 2022 for between $6,900 and $7,100.

Importers: Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif.

Manufactured in: Japan

Consumer contact: Yamaha at 800-962-7926 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com/motorsports/pages/cpsc-recalls or at www.yamahamotorsports.com and click on "CPSC Recalls" at the bottom of the page.

Recall number: 22-746