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Recalls / 2014-09-04

Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

14751 · Recalled 2014-09-04 · CPSC page

Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10R (“SRViper”)
Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10R (“SRViper”)

Description

This recall involves model year 2014 SR10R (SRViper), SR10RXS (SRViper RTX SE), SR10L (SRViper LTX), SR10LS (SRViper LTX SE) and SR10XS (SRViper XTX) snowmobiles and model year 2015 SR10LS (SRViper LTX SE) snowmobiles. They were sold in a variety of red, black, blue and white color combinations. The VIN number is stamped on the tunnel near the right side footrest. The letter E in the 10th position of the VIN number indicates that the unit was made in the 2014 model year, and a letter F in the 10th position indicates that the unit was made in the 2015 model year. The model number can be found on the lower left and right cowling just below the word "YAMAHA."

Hazards

Fuel hose joint can leak during operation, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

There have been four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting its customers directly.

Products

NameModelUnits
Yamaha snowmobilesAbout 2,520

Parties

Importer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Yamaha snowmobile dealers nationwide, 000 to $14, 000.

Consumer contact

Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahamotorsports.com and under the Sports tab, subcategory Snowmobile, click on Parts and Service, then Factory Modification Campaigns for more information.

More images

Blue and White Yamaha 2014 model SR10RXS (“SRViper RTX SE”) – Also available in Red
Blue and White Yamaha 2014 model SR10RXS (“SRViper RTX SE”) – Also available in Red
Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10L (“SRViper LTX”)
Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10L (“SRViper LTX”)
Red and Black Yamaha 2014 model R10LS (“SRViper LTX SE”) – Also available in Blue
Red and Black Yamaha 2014 model R10LS (“SRViper LTX SE”) – Also available in Blue
Blue and White Yamaha 2014 model SR10XS (“SRViper XTX”) – Also available in Red
Blue and White Yamaha 2014 model SR10XS (“SRViper XTX”) – Also available in Red
Blue and White Yamaha 2015 model SR 10LS (“SRViper LTX SE”) – Also available in Red/White
Blue and White Yamaha 2015 model SR 10LS (“SRViper LTX SE”) – Also available in Red/White

Source: CPSC recall 14751. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.