I am filing a complaint regarding yamaha's handling of the recall on this scooter. Despite receiving the recall notice in really june, I was told that the parts necessary to repair the scooter defect would not be available for several weeks. After waiting over two months, I called the local yamaha dealership to determine the status of the parts. I was told that the parts were in, but that I would have to bring my scooter to the dealer and that it would have to hold it for up to three weeks before completing the recall repair. This delay has created a significant imposition on me. Yamaha has failed to timely address defect made the basis of the recall.
The worst 2018 Yamaha Smax problems
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Engine
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 21V251000 · Recall details
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 · Recall details
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Is the 2018 Yamaha Smax reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 Yamaha Smax, fewer than a typical Smax model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Yamaha Smax?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2018 Yamaha Smax have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Yamaha Smax engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 21V251000, 20V277000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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