Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 14751 · announced September 4, 2014 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a · 2,520 units affected
The product
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."
The hazard
Fuel hose joint can leak during operation, posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries reported.
Sold at: Yamaha snowmobile dealers nationwide from October 2013 through August 2014 for about $12,000 to $14,000.
Consumer contact: 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.