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Product recall · CPSCJuly 2, 2013Serious
Yamaha Big Bear ATVs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to contact: Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Outdoors tab click on Parts and Service, and then click Factory Modification Campaigns and select the Big Bear 400.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 100
- Recall date
- July 2, 2013
- Made or distributed by
- Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Yamaha is aware of 14 incidents of the front shocks braking apart. No injuries have been reported.
YFM40FBBGR
Yamaha ATV dealers nationwide from August 2012 to May 2013 for between $6,500 and $7,000.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Yamaha Recalls Big Bear ATVs Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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