Yamaha recalls 2012 Big Bear 400 ATVs with front shock absorber that can break, causing loss of control. Owners must stop using and contact dealer for free repair.
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Yamaha is recalling 2012 Big Bear 400 ATVs because their front shock absorber can break apart, leading to loss of vehicle control. This hazard could cause crashes and injuries if the ATV is used without repair.
The front shock absorber can break apart while riding, causing the ATV to lose control. This could lead to a crash, potentially causing serious injury or death.
Owners of 2012 Yamaha Big Bear 400 ATVs with model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL, or YFM40FGBGR are affected. Riders using these ATVs without the repair are at highest risk.
Check for model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL, or YFM40FGBGR on the left and right side panels. The ATVs are blue, green, or camouflage with black gear racks and the words 'Yamaha Big Bear' on both sides and the fuel tank.
Immediately stop using the recalled ATVs as the front shock absorber can break apart, causing loss of control.
Contact your local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair for the front shock absorber.
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.
The recalled models are YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL, and YFM40FGBGR.
Check for model numbers on the left and right side panels. The ATVs are blue, green, or camouflage with black gear racks and the words 'Yamaha Big Bear' on both sides and the fuel tank.
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for the repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Yamaha to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1513 — Yamaha Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Hello, I own a Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) that is covered by recall 1513 from Yamaha. The official recall notice states: 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. 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.
