Recall 02-210, published July 24, 2002
Yamaha Motor 1997 and 1998 Yamaha "350 Electric" ATVs
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
JY4AH01Y5WA000241Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: JY43GDW09WA199820, JY43GDW00WA, JY4AH01Y9WA000002, JY4AH01Y5WA000241.
Which products are included?
These 1997 and 1998 model year ATVs have "350 Electric" written on both sides of the bodywork. The ATVs are either red and white, or gray and blue. The recalled ATVs have the following names and vehicle identification numbers (VINs). The VINs are stamped into the vehicle frames between the front and rear wheels. Model Year and Name VIN Range 1997 Warrior all 1998 Warrior JY43GDW09WA199820 to JY43GDW00WA 207657 1998 Warrior JY4AH01Y9WA000002 to JY4AH01Y5WA000241
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A mounting-bracket weld on the rear hub can come loose, resulting in rear brake failure and possible injury to operators.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and call their local Yamaha ATV dealer to schedule a free appointment to have their units inspected, and repaired if needed. Notification is being sent to registered owners of these vehicles directly by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Recall published
- July 24, 2002
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 14,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from August 1996 through December 1997, for about $5,000.
