# Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. Recalls Rhino Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Risk of Brake Failure
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-03-25 · 08552 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08552
- **Date:** 2008-03-25
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Model Year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 Side-by-Side Vehicles

## 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.

## 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.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Yamaha-Motor-Corporation-USA-Recalls-Rhino-Side-by-Side-Vehicles-Due-to-Risk-of-Brake-Failure)
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