Key Takeaway
CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of ATVs by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif. was recalled on November 2, 2005. What to do: Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on October 14, 2005. Consumers should stop using their ATV im...
CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of ATVs
Description
Yamaha has announced a voluntary recall of certain 2005 and 2006 Yamaha Bruin 250, Bruin 350 4WD and 2WD, Big Bear 400, Kodiak 400, and Kodiak 450 ATVs, and certain 2006 Wolverine 450 ATVs. Below is a list of make, model and vehicle identification numbers (VIN) involved in the recall. Make/Model Vehicle Identification Number ("VIN") 2005 Bruin 250 2WD 2006 Bruin 250 2WD 2005 Bruin 350 Auto 2WD 2006 Bruin 350 Auto 2WD 2005 Bruin 350 Auto 4WD 2006 Bruin 350 Auto 4WD 2005 Bruin 350 Auto 4WD Hunter 2006 Bruin 350 Auto 4WD Hunter 2005 Big Bear 400 4WD 2006 Big Bear 400 4WD 2005 Kodiak 400 4WD 2006 Kodiak 400 4WD 2005 Kodiak 400 4WD/Hunter 2006 Kodiak 400 4WD/Hunter 2005 Kodiak 450 4WD 2005 Kodiak 450 4WD 2005 Kodiak 450 4WD/Hunter 2005 Kodiak 450 4WD/Hunter 2005 Kodiak 450 4WD SE 2006 Wolverine 450 4WD YFM250BT YFM250BV YFM350BAT YFM350BAV YFM350FAT YFM350FAV YFM350FAHT YFM350FAHV YFM400FT YFM400FV YFM400FAT YFM400FAV YFM400FAHT YFM400FAHV YFM450FAT YFM450FAV YFM450FAHT YFM450FAHV YFM450FASET YFM450FXV AG01Y-0116001 ~ 0120900 AG01Y-0120901 ~ 0123400 AH10Y-0012901 ~ 0016600 AH10Y-0016601 ~ 0020100 AH09Y-0019301 ~ 0023500 AH09Y-0023501 ~ 0029400 AH13Y-0002601 ~ 0003600 AH13Y-0003601 ~ 0006100 AH06Y-0055101 ~ 0057600 AH06Y-0057601 ~ 0059281 AJ15Y-0000101 ~ 0009600 AJ15Y-0009601 ~ 0011700 AJ17Y-0000101 ~ 0002100 AJ17Y-0002101 ~ 0003200 AJ14Y-0000101 ~ 0014900 AJ14Y-0014901 ~ 0018800 AJ16Y-0000101 ~ 0005300 AJ16Y-0005301 ~ 0008300 AJ18Y-0000101 ~ 0002700 AJ21Y-0000101 ~ 0001400
Injuries / Consequence
Yamaha has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Remedy
Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on October 14, 2005. Consumers should stop using their ATV immediately and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule an appointment for repair.
Products Affected
Yamaha Bruin 250, Bruin 350 4WD and 2WD, Big Bear 400, Kodiak 400, Kodiak 450, and Wolverine 450 ATVs
All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)Images
Company Information
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on October 14, 2005. Consumers should stop using their ATV immediately and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.