Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

CPSC Recall #10-733 — April 28, 2010

Recall Summary

Recall Number10-733
Recall DateApril 28, 2010
Remedy TypeRepair
Units AffectedAbout 20,000
ManufacturerYamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Manufactured InJapan

Where It Was Sold

Yamaha dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2010 for between $7
000 and $9
500.

Product

Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Description

This recall involves the non-power steering models. Model names can be found on both the right and left hand side of the unit on the side panel.The following model numbers are affected by this recall:Model YearModel NameModel Number2009Grizzly 550YFM550FGHY2009Grizzly 550YFM550FGY2010Grizzly 550FM550FGHZ2010Grizzly 550YFM550FGZModel YearModel NameModel Number2008Grizzly 700YFM700FGHX2008Grizzly 700YFM700FGX2009Grizzly 700YFM700FGHY2009Grizzly 700YFM700FGY2010Grizzly 700YFM700FGHZ2010Grizzly 700YFM700FGZ

Hazard

The steering column support assembly can crack and cause the rider to lose steering control, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.

Incidents & Injuries

Yamaha has received 19 reports of incidents involving the recalled ATVs. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy Instructions

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of the recall.

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.

Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.

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.