CPSC recall · Reported April 13, 2005
CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Announce Recall Reminder for ATVs
Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cylinder reservoir to agitate, resulting in brake fluid aeration. A small…
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California recalled Model year 2001-2004 Raptor YFM660R ATVs are involved in this recall. The 2001 to 2004 mo….
CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Announce Recall Reminder for ATVs was recalled by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California in April 13, 2005. Reason: Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cyl…. Remedy: Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent …. Verify recall #05562 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California issued this CPSC recall-Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cyl….
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- April 13, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05562 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Model year 2001-2004 Raptor YFM660R ATVs are involved in this recall. The 2001 to 2004 model year ATVs have "660R" written on both sides of the bodywork and "Raptor" written on both sides of the rear fender. The 2001 and 2002 ATVs are either blue and white or black and white; the 2003 ATVs are either blue and white, black and red, or black with blue flame graphics; and the 2004 ATVs are either blue and white or red and white.
Reason for recall
Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cylinder reservoir to agitate, resulting in brake fluid aeration. A small amount of air bubbles could enter the master cylinder, adversely affecting rear brake performance.
Remedy, what to do
Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on February 27, 2004. Consumers who have already responded to the recall and had their units repaired do not need to take any further action. Consumers who have not already responded to the recall should stop using their ATV immediately and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule an appointment for repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05562 |
| Date reported | April 13, 2005 |
| Date initiated | April 13, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. of Cypress, California |
| Affected scope | About 86,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on February 27, 2004. Consumers who have…
- Check the recall number (05562) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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