Yamaha is Recalling certain 2018-2022 XMAX scooters

WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 17, 2025 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) –

Yamaha Recall – Loose Camshaft Bolt May Cause Engine Failure

DO NOT DRIVE WARNING – An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA ID Number: 25V778000

Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected: 2715

Summary: 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.

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 NHTSA.gov beginning November 24, 2025.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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