2018 Yamaha XC155 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC155 years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Yamaha XC155. That is the most of any XC155 model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,600 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Yamaha XC155 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 1,600 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Yamaha XC155 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
EngineDo not drive
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Yamaha XC155 scooters. The primary sheave nut may loosen and fall off.
Risk: A missing primary sheave nut may cause a stall, without the ability to restart the engine, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been preformed. Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the primary retaining nut and washer with one of a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990145.
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 XC155 scooters. The cylinder head nuts may not have been tightened properly and could loosen, allowing coolant to foul the spark plug.
Risk: A fouled spark plug could cause the engine to stall at idle and possibly not restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the cylinder head gasket and tighten the cylinder head nuts, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990137.
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.
I am filing a complaint regarding yamaha's handling of the recall on this scooter. Despite receiving the recall notice in really june, i was told that the parts necessary to repair the scooter defect would not be available for several weeks. After waiting over two months, i called the local yamaha…
Other Yamaha XC155 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 XC155 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 XC155 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 XC155 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 XC155 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 XC155 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Yamaha XC155?
Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Yamaha XC155?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Yamaha XC155 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC155 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.