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Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING — Loose Camshaft Bolt May Cause Engine Failure · November 13, 2025

The problem

Do not drive. 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.

What owners should do

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.

Units 2715

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