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CPSCRecalled Feb 26, 2014 · #14717

Yamaha Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Hazard

The off-road motorcycle's drive chain can detach and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.

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Description

This recall involves two-wheeled 2014 Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles with model numbers YZ250FEL, YZ250FEW, YZ450FEL and YZ450FEW. YZ250F or YZ450F and 250 or 450 is printed on the left and right side panels of the motorcycles. The motorcycles are blue and white, or red and white. The VIN number is stamped on the frame at the steering stem. The letter E in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2014 model year.

Product details

Product
Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles
Type
Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
YZ250FEL, YZ250FEW, YZ450FEL, YZ450FEW
UPCs
Sold at
Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from December 2013 through January 2014 for between $7,500 and $8,500.
Made in
Japan

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting registered owners directly.

View the official CPSC notice