Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. Recalls Rhino Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Risk of Brake Failure
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-03-25 · 08552
Hazards
The brake caliper on the left front wheel could have been made incorrectly, resulting in brake fluid leaking. This can cause a loss of braking and control of the vehicle, posing a serious safety risk to the driver and passenger.
Recall
Number
08552
Date
2008-03-25
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Model Year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 Side-by-Side Vehicles
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Ga.
Retailer(s)
Yamaha dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2008 for between $8,300 and $12,000.
Distributor(s)
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This recall involves model year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 Side-by-Side Vehicles as listed below: Make/Model Primary Identification Numbers 2008 Rhino 450 YXR45FX AJ32Y-001001 ~ 001598 YXR45FHX AJ30Y-000501 ~ 000897 YXR45FSPX AJ34Y-000201 ~ 000794 2008 Rhino 700FI YXR70FX AM16Y-000101 ~ 003000 YXR70FDUX AM20Y-000101 ~ 000700 YXR70FHX AM18Y-000101 ~ 000800 YXR70FSEPX/FSP2X AM23Y-000101 ~ 001000 YXR70FSPX AM21Y-000101 ~ 001200 The Primary Identification Number is stamped on the driver's side rear tire frame rail.