Yamaha recalls 2015 Viking VI side x side vehicles with rear wheel wobble risk. Stop using immediately to prevent crashes and injuries.
The rear wheels can loosen and cause the rear end of the vehicle to wobble or the rear wheels to come off and cause the vehicle to crash, resulting an injury or death hazard.
Yamaha is recalling 2015 model Viking VI side x side vehicles because rear wheels can loosen, causing wobbling or detachment that may lead to crashes. This hazard could result in injury or death if the vehicle is not repaired.
The rear wheels can loosen over time, causing the vehicle to wobble or the wheels to come off entirely. This could lead to loss of control and a crash, potentially causing injury or death.
Owners of 2015 Yamaha Viking VI side x side vehicles are affected. Riders and passengers in these vehicles face the highest risk due to potential rear wheel detachment.
Check the vehicle's owner's manual for model numbers. The 2015 model is indicated by an 'F' in the 10th position of the VIN. The 'Viking VI' name appears on the left side of the front hood.
Immediately stop using the vehicle as it poses a crash risk.
Schedule a free repair with your local Yamaha dealer by contacting them directly.
Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
2015 model YXC700DF (Viking VI), YXC700DHFH (Viking VI Hunter), YXC700PF (Viking VI EPS), and YXC700PHFH (Viking VI EPS Hunter) side x side vehicles.
Look for the 'Viking VI' name on the left side of the front hood and check the VIN for an 'F' in the 10th position.
Immediately stop using the vehicle and contact your local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Yamaha to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6360 — Yamaha Yamaha Viking VI Hello, I own a Yamaha Viking VI that is covered by recall 6360 from Yamaha. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
