How many recalls does the 1989 Yamaha Vmx12 have?

The 1989 Yamaha Vmx12 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 1989 Yamaha Vmx12 has an open recall?

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1989 Yamaha Vmx12 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 1989 Yamaha Vmx12 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 8,171 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 89V185000 1989-11-01 8,171 affected

Defect

POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE LEAD TO THE STARTER SOLENOID MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ROUTING CLAMP CUTTING THE INSULATION ON THE LEAD.

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THAT COULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE STOPPING AND THE LIGHTS GOING OUT WITHPOTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy

MODIFY BY INSTALLATING A RUBBER GROMMET IN THE BRACKET HOLE, REROUTING AND CLAMPING LEADS TO THE BRACKET WITH A NEW BAND.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1989 Yamaha Vmx12 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.