Yamaha Recalls Big Bear ATVs Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-07-02). Hazards: electric shock, crash. Models: YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL, YFM40FGBGR. About 100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13741 |
| Published | 2013-07-02 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) |
| Products | Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Firm named in the title | Yamaha |
| Firms | Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 100 |
| Model numbers | YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL, YFM40FGBGR |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Yamaha ATV dealers nationwide from August 2012 to May 2013 for between $6,500 and $7,000. |
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
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Yamaha is aware of 14 incidents of the front shocks braking apart. No injuries have been reported.
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