YAMAHA WR250R 2015: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V800000

Make Model Year
YAMAHA WR250R 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-11-11 2016-11-03 2016-11-03

Production Dates: 2013-08-01 - 2016-06-01

Manufacturers Involved: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 990108

Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2550

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation , USA "Yamaha" is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 WR250R motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2013, to June 1, 2016. Due to an incorrect assembly process, the clutch push lever oil seal may crack, allowing engine oil to leak out.

Consequence

If oil leaks from the engine, the oil may get on the rear tire, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch push lever oil seal, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990108.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.