Yamaha Recalls ATVs Due to Crash Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-04-29). Hazards: crash, injury. Models: 550, YFM550FGHY, YFM550FGY, FM550FGHZ, YFM550FGZ, 700…. About 20,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10733 |
| Published | 2010-04-29 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-13 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) |
| Products | Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Firm named in the title | Yamaha |
| Firms | Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 20,000 |
| Model numbers | 550, YFM550FGHY, YFM550FGY, FM550FGHZ, YFM550FGZ, 700, YFM700FGHX, YFM700FGX, YFM700FGHY, YFM700FGY, YFM700FGHZ, YFM700FGZ |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Yamaha dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2010 for between $7,000 and $9,500. |
Description
This recall involves the non-power steering models. Model names can be found on both the right and left hand side of the unit on the side panel.The following model numbers are affected by this recall: Model Year Model Name Model Number 2009 Grizzly 550 YFM550FGHY 2009 Grizzly 550 YFM550FGY 2010 Grizzly 550 FM550FGHZ 2010 Grizzly 550 YFM550FGZ Model Year Model Name Model Number 2008 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGHX 2008 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGX 2009 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGHY 2009 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGY 2010 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGHZ 2010 Grizzly 700 YFM700FGZ
Hazard
The steering column support assembly can crack and cause the rider to lose steering control, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of the recall.
Incidents and injuries
Yamaha has received 19 reports of incidents involving the recalled ATVs. No injuries have been reported.
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