NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Yamaha Xmax Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2021 Yamaha Xmax has 1 NHTSA recall and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Yamaha dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2021 Yamaha Xmax. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA #25V778000Reported November 13, 2025 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
An engine stall can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free manufacturer 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.
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