Model Year 2021 Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs)
CPSC Recall #21-720 — February 11, 2021
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 21-720 |
| Recall Date | February 11, 2021 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 820 |
| Importer | Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif. |
| Manufactured In | Japan |
Where It Was Sold
| Yamaha dealers nationwide from October 2020 through December 2020 for between $21 |
| 300 and $25 |
| 300. |
Product
Model Year 2021 Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs)
Description
This recall involves model year 2021 Wolverine 1000 RMAX4 recreational off-highway vehicles. The side-by-side vehicles were sold in blue, green and gray. The model name is shown on the side of the vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number can be found on the frame at the left rear. The model number is located near the front left corner of driver’s seat. Model YearModel NameModel Number 2021Wolverine RMAX4 1000 XT-RYXF10WPZM Wolverine RMAX4 1000 LEYXF10WPLM Wolverine RMAX4 1000YXF10WPAM
Hazard
The vehicles’ rear shock absorber mounts can break, posing crash and injury hazards.
Incidents & Injuries
Yamaha has received one report of the rear shock absorber breaking loose. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.
No — you should stop using the product entirely, not just unplug it. Electric shock and fire hazards in recalled electrical products often involve internal wiring defects, faulty components, or insulation failures that can cause harm even after the product has been off for a period of time. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Keep it unplugged and stored safely until you receive the manufacturer's remedy. If the product has already shown signs of overheating, sparking, or discoloration, handle it carefully and consider contacting your local fire department for guidance on safe disposal.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.