2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 4, 2013 · 29 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (23 complaints, 79%), typically at around 1,125 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline23 · ~1,125 mi
Fuel/propulsion System3 · ~1,024 mi
Fuel System, Other3 · ~943 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline2379%1,125——
Fuel/propulsion System310%1,024——
Fuel System, Other310%943——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 18 complaints
2010: 182010182011: 7201172012: 420124

n = 29 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpFeb 4, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V035000 · 8,700 vehicles

Problem: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2009 YW125 (Zuma 125) scooters manufactured between July 2008 and April 2009 due to possible improper clearances in the internal fuel pump components. These improper clearances may cause an inadequate supply of fuel.

Risk: The limited fuel supply could cause engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump with a newly designed fuel pump. The recall began on February 27, 2013. Owners contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Defective fuel pump quit with less than year old and less than 200 miles ordered new replacement upgraded fuel pump from yamaha parts dealer and installed ....no more problems.... *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received Dec 3, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10487229

After driving for 30 minutes and parking vehicle refused to restart for 20 minutes. After restart vehicle stalled and again refused to restart. *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received Aug 27, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10472570

I drove the yw125 about 5 miles on a 90 degree day and parked at a store. I came out with my wife as we both have zuma 125s and hers started and mine didn't. My normal fuel pump sound was not happening so i knew it was not working. I let it st for 40 minutes in the shade and it started back up. I…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 27, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10463348

When it is hot out, the fuel pump stops working. This happens especially when it has been sitting outside in the sun. It will initially start and then, when the bike gets warmed up, it just shuts off. Then, when you try to start it, you do not hear the pump pressurize and it will not start for…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 16, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10455393

After a short ride the scooter will not start again, did notice that fuel pump will not work when turned on. There is only 340 miles on this vehicle. Left stranded on a hot day. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 7, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10424104

Other Yamaha Redundant Zuma years

YearComplaintsRecalls
2009291

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, other problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 23 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2009 Yamaha Redundant Zuma a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Redundant Zuma model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.