Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Risk of Injury and Death from Steering Problem
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-10-16). Hazards: injury. About 5,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08505 |
| Published | 2007-10-16 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Snowmobiles |
| Products | 2007 Model Year PZ50 Snowmobiles |
| Firm named in the title | Yamaha |
| Firms | Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 5,700 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2006 through September 2007 for between $7,000 and $8,000. |
Description
This recall involves all model year 2007 PZ50 snowmobiles, including PZ50W (Phazer), PZ50FXW (Phazer FX), PZ50GTW (Phazer GT), PZ50MW (Phazer Mountain Lite), and PZ50VTW (Venture Lite) model snowmobiles.
Hazard
Snow and ice stuck around the steering idler arm can cause a loss of steering ability, posing a risk of injury and death to drivers and passengers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in their area to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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