Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V212000 Reported April 9, 2020

Improper lubrication of engine components/stall

Q: What is recall 20V212000?

NHTSA recall 20V212000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on April 9, 2020. It addresses: Improper lubrication of engine components/stall. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa · N/A · 17 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

20V212000

Manufacturer Campaign

990136

Manufacturer

Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 9, 2020

Completion Rate

82.35

Defect Summary

Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain xv250 motorcycles. an oil passageway in the engine side cover may not be properly manufactured, possibly blocking lubricating oil to the engine.

Safety Consequence

Improper lubrication of internal engine components can result in the engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace of the engine side cover, free of charge. the recall began april 17, 2020. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990136.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference recall ID 20V212000 or campaign 990136.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 20V212000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V212000?

NHTSA recall 20V212000 was issued by Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa on April 9, 2020. It addresses: Improper lubrication of engine components/stall. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V212000 or the manufacturer campaign number 990136. 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.