Product Recall Number: 13-741
Why was Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) recalled?
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Product Recall Number: 13-741
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2013-07-02
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Description: The recalled vehicles are four-wheeled 2012 Yamaha Big Bear 400 ATVs. The model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL and YFM40FGBGR can be found on the left and right side panels of the unit. The ATVs are blue, green or camouflage and have black gear racks on the front and back. The words Yamaha Big Bear can be found on both sides of the ATV and the fuel tank. The VIN number is stamped on the frame just behind the front left wheel. The letter "C" in the 10th position of the VIN indicates the ATV was made in 2012.
Hazard Description: The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 100
Incidents: Yamaha is aware of 14 incidents of the front shocks braking apart. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting its registered owners directly.
Sold At: Yamaha ATV dealers nationwide from August 2012 to May 2013 for between $6,500 and $7,000.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed