Recall 08-505, published October 16, 2007
Yamaha Motor 2007 Model Year PZ50 Snowmobiles
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
PZ50Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: PZ50, PZ50W, PZ50FXW, PZ50GTW, PZ50MW, PZ50VTW.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Official 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.
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Recall published
- October 16, 2007
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 5,700
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2006 through September 2007 for between $7,000 and $8,000.
