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Campaign 15V410 Posted June 29, 2015 12,721 units

2008-2015 Yamaha WR250 Recall 15V410: Stator Coil Short

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 1, 2026

Recall 15V410 affects 12,721 2008-2015 Yamaha WR250X and WR250R motorcycles for stator coil insulation failure. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.

Yamaha is recalling 12,721 motorcycles across the 2008-2015 WR250X and WR250R lines because heat can damage the stator coil insulation and short the alternator circuit. If the battery stops charging, the engine can stall and raise crash risk; Yamaha dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The stator coil on the 2008-2015 Yamaha WR250X and WR250R is part of the motorcycle's alternator system. Its job is to generate electrical output while the engine runs, keeping the battery charged and feeding power to items such as the lights and speedometer display.

On affected motorcycles, the stator coil insulation does not have enough heat resistance. Heat damages the insulation and lets the coil short circuit. When that happens, electrical output drops, the battery loses charge, and low voltage can shut down normal electrical functions. If voltage falls far enough, the engine can stall and then refuse to restart.

Owners can first notice the speedometer display stop working. Dim lights can follow before the engine stalls. Those are warning signs that the charging system is no longer keeping up.

Who's affected?

Both WR250X and WR250R model coverage runs through the 2008-2015 model years, with the same electrical system component listed for each.

2011 Yamaha WR250X electrical system
2010 Yamaha WR250X electrical system
2008 Yamaha WR250X electrical system
2009 Yamaha WR250X electrical system
2008 Yamaha WR250R electrical system
Units affected12,721
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.

What's the safety risk?

An uninsulated stator coil stops charging the motorcycle battery. As the battery dies, the speedometer display can quit, lights can dim, and the engine can stall without restarting, increasing crash risk. If these signs appear, stop in a safe place and call a Yamaha dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Yamaha dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2015 Yamaha WR250X or WR250R is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule the free stator-coil replacement that fixes the charging failure that can stall the engine.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Yamaha mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V410 when you call.
  4. Stop riding and call the Yamaha dealer if the battery stops charging or the engine stalls before the repair.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Yamaha technician replaces the stator coil with a coil built with sufficient heat resistance. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a related stator coil or alternator repair, Yamaha's general reimbursement plan covers eligible documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Yamaha customer service using the number in the recall notice.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

June 29, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
July 10, 2015 Dealer notification began
July 10, 2015 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
July 13, 2015 Dealer notification ended
July 30, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V410?

Recall 15V410 covers 12,721 Yamaha WR250X and WR250R motorcycles with stator coil insulation that lacks enough heat resistance. The stator coil can short circuit, stop charging the battery, and cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.

What should I do if my 2008-2015 Yamaha WR250X or WR250R is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 15V410. If it is, contact a franchised Yamaha dealer to schedule stator coil replacement. Reference recall number 15V410 when you call. The dealer repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Yamaha dealers will replace the stator coil with one that has sufficient heat resistance, free of charge, for motorcycles included in recall 15V410.

What is the safety risk with this Yamaha recall?

The risk is engine stall while riding. If the stator coil short circuits, the motorcycle battery stops charging and goes dead. That can shut the engine off and increase the risk of a crash.

What if I bought my Yamaha WR250X or WR250R used?

The free recall repair still applies. Safety recalls follow the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your WR250X or WR250R is included, then call a franchised Yamaha dealer and reference recall 15V410.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V410000
Yamaha customer service1-800-962-7926
NHTSA recall #15V410
NHTSA recall # (full)15V410000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →