Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 3, 2018
Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars, Personal Transportation and Specialty Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard.
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Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. recalled This recall involves the following model year 2016 through 2018 gas and electric-powered … - a moderate-severity action.
Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars, Personal Transportation and Specialty Vehicles Due to Crash Haz… was recalled by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. in October 3, 2018. Reason: The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Yamaha golf c…. Verify recall #19701 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard..
- Moderate
- severity level
- 145K units
- affected scope
- October 3, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19701 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #19701) was formally reported on October 3, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 145000, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Yamaha golf car dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
145000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the following model year 2016 through 2018 gas and electric-powered golf cars, personal transportation and specialty vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors including blue, green, red, white, tan and silver. The model and serial number can be found on a label under the seat on the left or right side. Model Year Model Name Model Prefix Serial Number Range 2016 Drive Models YDRA (Gas) JW8 600101 614300 JC2 300101 312000 JC0 700101 706600 Drive Models YDRE (Electric) JW9 600101 618100 JC3 000101 004700 JC1 700101 703500 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 800101 800600 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 700101 701250 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 100101 100300 2017 Drive² Models DR2A (Gas) J0A 000101 010100 J0B 000101 016900 J0D 000101 007200 Drive² Models DR2E (Electric) J0C 000101 011400 J0E 000101 002900 J0J 000101 002000 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 900101 900400 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 800101 800750 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 200101 200250 2018 Drive² Models DR2A (Gas) J0A 100101 110400 J0B 100101 119200 J0D 100101 110600 Drive² Models DR2E (Electric) J0C 100101 111700 J0E 100101 102600 J0J 100101 102700 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 910101 910500 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 900101 900800 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 300101 300250
Reason for recall
The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Yamaha golf car dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 19701 |
| Date reported | October 3, 2018 |
| Date initiated | October 3, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. |
| Affected scope | 145000 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Yamaha golf car dealer to schedule a free repair. Yam…
- Check the recall number (19701) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the following model year 2016 through 2018 gas and electric-powered golf cars, personal transportation and specialty vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors including blue, green, red, white, tan and silver. The model and serial number can be found on a label under the seat on the left or right side. Model Year Model Name Model Prefix Serial Number Range 2016 Drive Models YDRA (Gas) JW8 600101 614300 JC2 300101 312000 JC0 700101 706600 Drive Models YDRE (Electric) JW9 600101 618100 JC3 000101 004700 JC1 700101 703500 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 800101 800600 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 700101 701250 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 100101 100300 2017 Drive² Models DR2A (Gas) J0A 000101 010100 J0B 000101 016900 J0D 000101 007200 Drive² Models DR2E (Electric) J0C 000101 011400 J0E 000101 002900 J0J 000101 002000 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 900101 900400 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 800101 800750 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 200101 200250 2018 Drive² Models DR2A (Gas) J0A 100101 110400 J0B 100101 119200 J0D 100101 110600 Drive² Models DR2E (Electric) J0C 100101 111700 J0E 100101 102600 J0J 100101 102700 Adventurer Model YTF1A (Gas) JW6 910101 910500 Adventurer Model YTF2A (Gas) JW7 900101 900800 Adventurer Model YTF2E (Electric) JW3 300101 300250. Recalled by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga.. Units affected: 145000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The accelerator pedal return spring can break, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a Yamaha golf car dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 3, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19701.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (19701) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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