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Yamaha Xmax recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the Yamaha Xmax, covering 33,715 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Yamaha Xmax recalls by model year

2022 12021 12020 22019 22018 2

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Engine and engine cooling: critical fastenersReported November 12, 2025 · 2,715 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2022 XMAX scooters. The camshaft retainer bolt may loosen and not properly secure the camshaft, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install a new camshaft plate kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990184. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning November 24, 2025.

Recall number 25V778000 · Recall details

VisibilityReported October 5, 2020 · 31,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 YZF-R3, 2020 MT03 and 2018-2020 XMAX scooters. Condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.
Risk
A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑888‑266‑3085. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.

Recall number 20V611000 · Recall details

Questions about the Yamaha Xmax recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

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How many recalls does the Yamaha Xmax have?

2, covering engine and engine cooling and visibility.

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