Stator coil insulation may become damaged
Defect Summary
Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 wr250x motorcycles manufactured june 1, 2008, to june 1, 2011 and 2008-2015 wr250r motorcycles manufactured june 1, 2008, to june 1, 2015. in the affected motorcycles, the insulation on the stator coil, a component of the alternator, may become damaged and short circuit to due insufficient heat resistance.
Safety Consequence
If the stator coil is not insulated, the motorcyle will not charge and the battery will go dead, causing the engine to stall which increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator coil with one that has sufficient heat resistance, free of charge. the recall began on july 30, 2015. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.
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FAQ: Recall 15V410000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V410000?
NHTSA recall 15V410000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on June 29, 2015. It addresses: Stator coil insulation may become damaged. The recall affects approximately 12,721 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V410000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.