CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Snow and ice stuck around the steering idler arm can cause a loss of steering ability, posing a risk of injury and death to drivers and passengers.
Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Risk of Injury and Death from Steering Problem
This recall involves all model year 2007 PZ50 snowmobiles, including PZ50W (Phazer), PZ50FXW (Phazer FX), PZ50GTW (Phazer GT), PZ50MW (Phazer Mountain Lite), and PZ50VTW (Venture Lite) model snowmobiles.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in their area to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Contact Information
For additional information and to locate a Yamaha snowmobile dealer, contact Yamaha at (800) 962-7926, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.yamaha-motor.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2006 through September 2007 for between $7,000 and $8,000.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Recall Number
08505
Product Information
Product Name
2007 Model Year PZ50 Snowmobiles
Product Type
Snowmobiles
Number of Units
About 5,700
Manufacturer Name
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Manufactured In
Japan