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CPSC recall · Reported December 29, 2022

Yamaha Recalls Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the vehicle when parked allowing the vehicle to move unintentionally, posi…

Recall #
23719
Affected scope
About 500
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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 … - a moderate-severity action.

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 December 29, 2022. Reason: Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Yamaha Motor Co…. Verify recall #23719 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the ….

Moderate
severity level
December 29, 2022
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23719 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #23719) was formally reported on December 29, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 500.

The documented reason for this recall is: Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the vehicle when parked allowing the vehicle to move unintentionally, posing crash and injury hazards. 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 Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. for a free inspection and 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side three passenger vehicles with model numbers YXM70VPANG (Viking EPS) and YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch), and six passenger vehicles with model numbers YXC70VPXNG/YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS) and YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch). 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 (Viking EPS) ***********101868 ***********101907 2022 YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch) ***********101655 ***********101704 2022 YXC70VPXNG (Viking VI EPS) ***********100954 ***********101043 2022 YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS) ***********100609 ***********100638 2022 YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch) ***********101575 ***********101853

Reason for recall

Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the vehicle when parked allowing the vehicle to move unintentionally, 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

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 23719
Date reported December 29, 2022
Date initiated December 29, 2022
Recalling firm Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia
Affected scope About 500
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 (23719) 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 Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side three passenger vehicles with model numbers YXM70VPANG (Viking EPS) and YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch), and six passenger vehicles with model numbers YXC70VPXNG/YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS) and YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch). 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 (Viking EPS) ***********101868 ***********101907 2022 YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch) ***********101655 ***********101704 2022 YXC70VPXNG (Viking VI EPS) ***********100954 ***********101043 2022 YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS) ***********100609 ***********100638 2022 YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch) ***********101575 ***********101853. Recalled by Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia. Units affected: About 500.
Why was this product recalled?
Improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the vehicle when parked allowing the vehicle to move unintentionally, posing crash and injury hazards.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 29, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23719.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (23719) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported December 29, 2022. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.