# Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Risk of Injury and Death from Steering Problem
> **CPSC recall** · 2007-10-16 · 08505 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08505
- **Date:** 2007-10-16
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

2007 Model Year PZ50 Snowmobiles

## Hazards

Snow and ice stuck around the steering idler arm can cause a loss of steering ability, posing a risk of injury and death to drivers and passengers.

## Manufacturer(s)

Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.

## Retailer(s)

Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2006 through September 2007 for between $7,000 and $8,000.

## Country of manufacture

Japan

## Description

This recall involves all model year 2007 PZ50 snowmobiles, including PZ50W (Phazer), PZ50FXW (Phazer FX), PZ50GTW (Phazer GT), PZ50MW (Phazer Mountain Lite), and PZ50VTW (Venture Lite) model snowmobiles.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Yamaha-Recalls-Snowmobiles-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-and-Death-from-Steering-Problem)
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