CPSC recall · Reported September 29, 2022
Yamaha Recalls Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Improperly installed rear brake lines can cause brake fluid to leak and reduce vehicle control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia recalled This recall involves Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side three passenger ….
Yamaha Recalls Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Rec… was recalled by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia in September 29, 2022. Reason: Improperly installed rear brake lines can cause brake fluid to leak and reduce vehicle control, posing crash …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Yamaha Motor Co…. Verify recall #22781 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia issued this CPSC recall-Improperly installed rear brake lines can cause brake fluid to leak and reduce vehicle control, posing crash ….
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- September 29, 2022
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22781 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
This recall involves Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side three passenger vehicles with model numbers YXM70VPANG/PHNH and YXM70VPRNC (Viking Ranch Edition). The recalled side-by-side vehicles were sold in Copper Metallic, Hunter Green and Tactical Green colors. The model name is printed on the right and left sides of the vehicle body. The model number is located on top of the airbox. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on the vehicle frame behind the left rear wheel. The VIN number ranges for recalled Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side include the following: MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2022 YXM70VPANG ***********101648 ***********101847 2022 YXM70VPHNH ***********101103 ***********101122 2022 YXM70VPRNC (Viking Ranch Edition) ***********101455 ***********101634
Reason for recall
Improperly installed rear brake lines can cause brake fluid to leak and reduce vehicle control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. for a free inspection and repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 22781 |
| Date reported | September 29, 2022 |
| Date initiated | September 29, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia |
| Affected scope | About 330 |
| 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 Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. for a free inspection a…
- Check the recall number (22781) 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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