Recall 11V532 affects 1,069 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC motorcycles for a fuel pump O-ring defect. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha is recalling 1,069 2012 XTZ12B/BC motorcycles because an incorrectly seated fuel pump O-ring can damage the seal and allow fuel to leak from under the tank. Leaking fuel creates a fire hazard, and the Yamaha dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel pump on the 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC motorcycle moves gasoline from the tank to the engine at the pressure the engine needs. Around the pump is an O-ring, a rubber seal that sits in a groove and keeps fuel contained where the pump joins the tank assembly.
On affected motorcycles, that O-ring was installed incorrectly during assembly. The small tabs around the inside edge of the seal were not seated properly in the groove, so the sealing lip was pinched during fuel pump installation. A pinched sealing lip cannot sit flat against the surrounding surface. That leaves the pump area without the tight fuel seal it needs.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the seal has been damaged, an owner is dealing with an assembly problem inside the fuel pump area, so the repair path is through a Yamaha dealer inspection and free recall repair.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,069 |
Not every 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 11V532 describes fuel leaking from around the fuel pump under the fuel tank, creating a fire hazard. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and avoid riding when fuel is present. Repair will be free at any franchised Yamaha dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer and ask for the free fuel pump O-ring replacement that fixes the fuel-pump seal leak risk.
- Reference recall number 11V532 when you call Yamaha or the dealer.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it. Yamaha mailed owner notices on November 15, 2011.
- Avoid riding if you smell fuel or see fuel near the tank, and ask the dealer how to move the motorcycle safely.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Yamaha technician replaces the fuel pump O-ring and checks that the seal sits correctly in its groove around the fuel pump. The recall began on November 15, 2011, and Yamaha's remedy covers the replacement free of charge. The goal is to restore proper sealing at the fuel pump so fuel does not escape from a pinched or damaged O-ring sealing lip.
Timeline
| November 1, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 15, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V532?
Recall 11V532 covers 1,069 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC motorcycles with a fuel pump O-ring that was installed incorrectly during assembly. A damaged sealing lip can let fuel leak around the fuel pump under the tank. That leak creates a fire hazard. Yamaha dealers replace the O-ring for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Yamaha XTZ12B/BC is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V532. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer and ask for the fuel pump O-ring replacement. Reference recall number 11V532 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Yamaha dealers replace the fuel pump O-ring free of charge. Yamaha's recall notice also lists customer support at 1-800-962-7926 for owners who need help arranging service.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fuel leaking from around the fuel pump mounted under the fuel tank. Fuel leakage creates a fire hazard, according to NHTSA campaign 11V532. If you smell fuel or see fuel near the tank area, stop riding and contact a Yamaha dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V532000 |
|---|---|
| Yamaha customer service | 1-800-962-7926 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V532 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V532000 |
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 →