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Yamaha XT250 problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2008–2015: 1 recall campaign and 5 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

20082009201320142015

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
200802
200901
201310
201410
201512

What owners complain about (all years)

Fuel System, Gasoline1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Tires1
Engine1
Electrical System1

Recent recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline #14V754000 · 2014 · 4,776 units

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 yamaha xt250 motorcycles manufactured august 1, 2012, to october 1, 2014. the affected motorcycles contain an air induction pipe and hose which may fail after prolonged periods of high rpm operation. the air induction hose may melt causing hot exhaust gases to leak from the hose.

Risk: A melted air induction hose may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air induction pipe and hose, free of charge. the recall began january 9, 2015. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-714-761-7300. yamaha's number for this recall is 990091.

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