CPSC recall 02-210, announced July 24, 2002, covers Yamaha Motor 1997 and 1998 Yamaha "350 Electric" ATVs (about 14,000 units). A mounting-bracket weld on the rear hub can come loose, resulting in rear brake failure and possible injury to operators. The notice cites 2 incident reports. 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. Recall contact: go to www.yamaha-motor.com.
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
Check 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.
Incidents and injuries
Yamaha has received reports of weld problems with the mounting brackets. Two of these reports resulted in the ATVs losing their rear brakes. One user suffered a hairline wrist fracture.
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 02-210
- Units
- About 14,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from August 1996 through December 1997, for about $5,000.
1997 and 1998 Yamaha "350 Electric" ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
To locate a dealer or for more information, consumers should call (800) 88-YAMAHA anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.yamaha-motor.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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