2012 Yamaha WR250R recalls and problems

The 2012 Yamaha WR250R has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2012 Yamaha WR250R vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Yamaha WR250R recalls

Recall 15V-410: Electrical System

Reported Jun 29, 2015 · 12,721 vehicles affected · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

2012 Yamaha WR250R problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	2
Electrical System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 16,813 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Yamaha WR250R complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · at 18,700 miles · reported Nov 2, 2018

One month ago, I hit a small deer on my motorcycle that jumped out of the bushes and gave me no time to react. It was an unavoidable accident. At the time of the accident I didn't think anything was broken because I was able to pull my arm forward on my own without much pain. I didn't need an ambulance and thought I had maybe pulled a muscle, but I was wrong. When I separated from the motorcycle, my left elbow got caught on the right mirror and dislocated my arm causing a fractured glenoid, torn labrum and bicep tendon that required a surgery to fix. Years from now, I may need a shoulder…

Electrical System · at 5,900 miles · reported Oct 17, 2015

Received recall notification telling me not to drive my motorcycle until repair made. (Middle of summer, btw) . Contacted dealer, told part was back ordered. Got a call one month later , saying part was in. Tried to schedule repair, and was told I had to leave my bike for days (Plural) for a repair that is supposed to take one hour. I insisted I was not going to leave my bike for more than 8 hours, for such a repair, and was told by "[xxx]" at archies cycle new bedford, ma "we don't do drive up service." I called their office and complained of this, and requested the part # so I could obtain…

Unknown or Other · at 16,813 miles · reported Sep 16, 2015

After refueling at a gas station on my way back from work I merged onto the freeway and noticed my speedometer was telling me that I was going 125mph. I was ridding with a friend that can verify that I was indeed not going anywhere near the 65mph speed limit. I also realized that my odometer was counting as though I was going 125mph so that my 15 mile trip ended up being a 45 mile trip according to the odometer. I have maintained my bike according to the manufacturers recommendations and have not modified my motorcycle in any way.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Yamaha WR250R have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Yamaha WR250R: 15V-410 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Yamaha WR250R?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 16,813 miles.

Are Yamaha recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.