Yamaha WR250X Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha WR250X, across 4 model years (2008–2011). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Yamaha WR250X years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No WR250X model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 WR250X: 3 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Yamaha WR250X problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha WR250X model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 WR250X | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 WR250X | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 WR250X | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 WR250X | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha WR250X years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Yamaha WR250X?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Yamaha WR250X have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.