YAMAHA 2010 YAMAHA VMX17 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2010 YAMAHA VMX17
Brand
YAMAHA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2010
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA is recalling certain 2010 YAMAHA VMX17 vehicles due to engine and engine cooling issues. AN ENGINE STALL CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH WITH INJURY OR DEATH..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 VMX17 (V-MAX) MOTORCYCLES, INCLUDING THE YB, YCB, ZR, ZCR AG AND ACG VARIANTS, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2008 THROUGH APRIL 2011. ON AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES, HIGH OIL PRESSURE CAN BUILD UP INSIDE THE OIL PUMP CAUSING IT TO MALFUNCTION. OIL MIGHT THEN STOP PUMPING THROUGH THE ENGINE RESULTING IN SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE THAT CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND NOT RESTART AGAIN.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
AN ENGINE STALL CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH WITH INJURY OR DEATH.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
YAMAHA DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OIL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 21, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA AT 1-800-962-7926.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026