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Yamaha Motor Corp Usa recalls

Independent buyer intelligence · Updated July 2026 · Source: USCG recall index

Yamaha Motor Corp Usa boats have 42 recall campaigns on record across 428,359 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.

Decode a specific HIN More on Yamaha Motor Corp Usa
Recall campaigns42USCG / CPSC
Units affected428,359reported
How to check yoursBy HINfree lookup
What you need to know

Yamaha Motor Corp Usa has issued 20 USCG safety recalls between 1992 and 2022, affecting approximately 195,000 watercraft including WaveRunners, outboard motors, and sport boats. The most significant campaigns addressed throttle cable corrosion on 63,000 WaveRunners (2008) and fuel system defects on 32,860 outboard motors (2000). Most recalls targeted electrical corrosion, fuel system integrity, and steering components, with remedy rates varying by campaign age.

All Yamaha Motor Corp Usa recalls

What to check before you buy a used Yamaha Motor Corp Usa

  1. Request the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and verify it against the USCG recall database at uscgboating.org before purchase
  2. Confirm with the seller whether any applicable recalls were completed, and ask for documentation of the remedy work
  3. Pay particular attention to pre 2010 WaveRunners and personal watercraft, which account for 14 of the 20 campaigns
  4. Have a qualified marine technician inspect the throttle cables, fuel system fittings, and electrical connections on any used Yamaha watercraft built before 2012

Frequently asked questions

What was Yamaha's largest boat recall?

The 2008 campaign for throttle cable corrosion on XV1100 and GP1300 WaveRunners affected 63,000 units. A close second was the 2000 fuel system recall covering 32,860 outboard motors ranging from 115 to 250 horsepower.

Are older Yamaha WaveRunners more likely to have been recalled?

Yes. Models built between 1992 and 2008 account for 14 of the 20 recalls, with electrical corrosion and fuel system issues being the most common defects.

How do I check if a used Yamaha has an open recall?

Enter the Hull Identification Number into the USCG recall database at uscgboating.org. The HIN is stamped on the transom or hull and begins with the manufacturer code YAM.

Should a recalled Yamaha that was never remedied be avoided?

Not necessarily, but the remedy must be completed before use. Many recalls address fire risk, loss of steering, or engine failure, so operating an unrepaired unit is unsafe and may void insurance coverage.

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