CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Announce Recall Reminder for ATVs
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-04-13 · 05562
Hazards
Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cylinder reservoir to agitate, resulting in brake fluid aeration. A small amount of air bubbles could enter the master cylinder, adversely affecting rear brake performance.
Recall
Number
05562
Date
2005-04-13
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Yamaha Raptor YFM660R ATVs
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California
Retailer(s)
Yamaha dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, between 2000 and 2004, for between $6,199 and $6,699.
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
Model year 2001-2004 Raptor YFM660R ATVs are involved in this recall. The 2001 to 2004 model year ATVs have "660R" written on both sides of the bodywork and "Raptor" written on both sides of the rear fender. The 2001 and 2002 ATVs are either blue and white or black and white; the 2003 ATVs are either blue and white, black and red, or black with blue flame graphics; and the 2004 ATVs are either blue and white or red and white.