CPSC Recall in 2014: Yamaha Recalls YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury, Death (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-713

Date: December 18, 2014

Product Name: Off-road motorcycles

Recall Description:

The engine of 2015 model numbers YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW competition off-road motorcyles can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control and crash.

Hazard Description:

The engine can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 875

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Yamaha motorcycle dealers nationwide from May 2014 through November 2014 for about $7,600.

Manufactured In:

Japan