Yamaha XC155 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2015–2020: 2 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Engine #21V251000 · 2021 · 4,262 units
Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 yamaha xc155 scooters. the primary sheave nut may loosen and fall off.
Risk: A missing primary sheave nut may cause a stall, without the ability to restart the engine, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been preformed. yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the primary retaining nut and washer with one of a new design, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on april 28, 2021. owners may contact yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990145.
Engine And Engine Cooling #20V277000 · 2020 · 3,116 units
Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 xc155 scooters. the cylinder head nuts may not have been tightened properly and could loosen, allowing coolant to foul the spark plug.
Risk: A fouled spark plug could cause the engine to stall at idle and possibly not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the cylinder head gasket and tighten the cylinder head nuts, free of charge. the recall began may 29, 2020. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990137.
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