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2015-2018 Yamaha Smax and Yamaha XC155F recall: engine

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall on May 15, 2020. It covers about 3,116 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,116
reported
May 15, 2020
owners notified
May 29, 2020
related complaints
2

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 20V277000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about engine problems.

2015 Yamaha Smax2016 Yamaha Smax2017 Yamaha Smax2018 Yamaha Smax2015 Yamaha XC155F

Questions about recall 20V277000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Yamaha Smax and Yamaha XC155F engine?

Yes. Recall 20V277000, reported on May 15, 2020, covers about 3,116 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V277000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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