NHTSA Recall 13V035000
Filed by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA. Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2013-02-04. An estimated 8,700 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2009 YW125 (Zuma 125) scooters manufactured between July 2008 and April 2009 due to possible improper clearances in the internal fuel pump components. These improper clearances may cause an inadequate supply of fuel.
Risk
The limited fuel supply could cause engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump with a newly designed fuel pump. The recall began on February 27, 2013. Owners contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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.