CPSC recall 14-751, announced September 4, 2014, covers Yamaha snowmobiles (about 2,520 units). Fuel hose joint can leak during operation, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 962-7926, or go to www.yamahamotorsports.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.
The model number can be found on the lower left and right cowling just below the word "YAMAHA."
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2014 SR10R (SRViper), SR10RXS (SRViper RTX SE), SR10L (SRViper LTX), SR10LS (SRViper LTX SE) and SR10XS (SRViper XTX) snowmobiles and model year 2015 SR10LS (SRViper LTX SE) snowmobiles. They were sold in a variety of red, black, blue and white color combinations. The VIN number is stamped on the tunnel near the right side footrest. The letter E in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2014 model year, and a letter F in the 10th position indicates that the unit was made in the 2015 model year. The model number can be found on the lower left and right cowling just below the word "YAMAHA."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Fuel hose joint can leak during operation, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
There have been four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting its customers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Yamaha Motor
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 14-751
- Units
- About 2,520
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Yamaha snowmobile dealers nationwide from October 2013 through August 2014 for about $12,000 to $14,000.
- Importer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Yamaha snowmobiles
CPSC product type: Snowmobiles
Recall contact information
Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Sports tab, subcategory Snowmobile, click on Parts and Service, then Factory Modification Campaigns for more information.
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