Yamaha Recalls Big Bear ATVs Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2013-07-02 · 13741
Hazards
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Recall
Number
13741
Date
2013-07-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Remedies
Options
Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Yamaha ATV dealers nationwide from August 2012 to May 2013 for between $6,500 and $7,000.
Distributor(s)
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA, of Cypress, Calif.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The recalled vehicles are four-wheeled 2012 Yamaha Big Bear 400 ATVs. The model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL and YFM40FGBGR can be found on the left and right side panels of the unit. The ATVs are blue, green or camouflage and have black gear racks on the front and back. The words Yamaha Big Bear can be found on both sides of the ATV and the fuel tank. The VIN number is stamped on the frame just behind the front left wheel. The letter "C" in the 10th position of the VIN indicates the ATV was made in 2012.