Yaw Axis Motor Stalled
DJI Drone
Severity: CriticalWhat Does This Error Mean?
Yaw Axis Motor Stalled means one of the motors responsible for yaw (left-right rotation) has stopped spinning. Do not fly. A stalled motor causes the drone to spin uncontrollably.
Affected Models
- DJI Mini 3 Pro
- DJI Mini 4 Pro
- DJI Mavic 3
- DJI Air 2S
- DJI Phantom 4 Pro
- DJI Avata 2
Common Causes
- Propeller obstruction on one motor (grass, string, hair)
- Motor bearing worn or seized after a crash
- ESC fault for that motor
- Debris in the motor housing
- Firmware issue misreporting a healthy motor as stalled
How to Fix It
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Land immediately if airborne.
A yaw motor stall in flight causes rapid uncontrolled rotation. Activate Return to Home or land manually at the earliest safe opportunity.
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Power off and inspect all propellers.
With the drone powered off, slowly spin each propeller by hand. Any propeller that is stiff, grinds, or won't spin freely has an issue.
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Remove any debris from the motor.
Grass, hair, fishing line, and small stones are common culprits. Use tweezers to remove anything caught in the motor housing.
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Update firmware and recalibrate.
Open DJI Fly or DJI Assistant 2. Update to the latest firmware — some stall reports are software false-alarms fixed by updates. Perform IMU and compass calibration after updating.
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If the motor itself is damaged, send to DJI for repair.
Do not attempt to open the motor housing yourself — it voids warranty. Contact DJI support or use the in-app repair service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fly with a temporary yaw motor stall warning that cleared itself?
No — not until you have inspected and confirmed all motors spin freely. A warning that cleared on its own may indicate an intermittent issue that could return mid-flight.