Recall 11V483 affects 2,234 2009-2011 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycles for oil pump failure that can stall the engine. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 2,234 2009-2011 VMX17 motorcycles because high oil pressure can make the oil pump malfunction and stop oil flow through the engine. Severe engine damage can leave the motorcycle stalled without restarting, increasing the risk of a crash with injury or death; the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The oil pump on 2009-2011 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycles circulates engine oil under pressure. That oil coats moving parts inside the engine, reduces friction, and carries heat away while the motorcycle is running. The engine depends on steady oil flow to keep internal parts from grinding against each other.
On affected motorcycles, high oil pressure builds inside the oil pump and causes the pump to malfunction. Once the pump stops doing its job, oil no longer moves through the engine as designed. Severe engine damage follows, and the engine can stall and fail to restart.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the engine stalls and will not restart, the oil-pump failure has already reached the point where the motorcycle needs dealer attention.
Who's affected?
This recall spans 3 VMX17 model years with the same engine and cooling component category.
| 2010 Yamaha VMX17 | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2011 Yamaha VMX17 | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2009 Yamaha VMX17 | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 2,234 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorcycle.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 11V483 says an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash with injury or death. If the motorcycle loses power or stalls, move out of traffic when safe and schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 Yamaha VMX17 is included in this recall.
- Watch for Yamaha's owner notification before scheduling dealer work.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer about the free oil-pump replacement that fixes the oil-pressure failure behind the engine-stall risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 11V483 when you call.
- Stop riding if the engine stalls or fails to restart, and ask the Yamaha dealer how to move the motorcycle safely.
What happens at the repair
Yamaha's remedy is an oil pump replacement. Once the dealer repair is available, a Yamaha technician replaces the oil pump so engine oil continues pumping through the engine under normal operation. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The recall record says the safety recall began on October 21, 2011, so ask a Yamaha dealer to confirm the open remedy for your VIN and whether the oil pump replacement has already been completed.
Timeline
| September 26, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 21, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V483?
Recall 11V483 covers 2,234 2009-2011 Yamaha VMX17 motorcycles, including V-MAX variants, with an oil pump defect. High oil pressure inside the pump can make it malfunction, stop oil flow through the engine, cause severe engine damage, and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2009-2011 Yamaha VMX17 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V483. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the oil pump replacement. Reference recall number 11V483 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Yamaha VMX17 recall repair free?
Yes. Yamaha's recall remedy says Yamaha dealers will replace the oil pump free of charge. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, so parts and labor are covered at a franchised Yamaha dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V483?
The safety risk is an engine stall. If the oil pump stops moving oil through the engine, severe engine damage can follow, and the engine can stall and fail to restart. Under recall 11V483, that stall increases the risk of a crash with injury or death.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V483000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V483 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V483000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →