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Recalled 2021 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 (Model XF10WPAM ) -
Recalled 2021 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 LE (Model YXF10WPLM) -
Recalled 2021 Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 XT-R (Model YXF10WPZM)
The vehicles’ rear shock absorber mounts can break, posing crash and injury hazards.
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Yamaha at 800-962-7926 anytime or online at https://yamaha-motor.com/ and click on “CPSC Recall Alerts” for more information. In addition, check your vehicle identification number “VIN” on Yamaha’s “Product Safety Recalls” page to see if your vehicle is included in any recalls.
Recall Details
This recall involves model year 2021 Wolverine 1000 RMAX4 recreational off-highway vehicles. The side-by-side vehicles were sold in blue, green and gray. The model name is shown on the side of the vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number can be found on the frame at the left rear. The model number is located near the front left corner of driver’s seat.
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Model Year |
Model Name |
Model Number |
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2021 |
Wolverine RMAX4 1000 XT-R |
YXF10WPZM
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Wolverine RMAX4 1000 LE |
YXF10WPLM |
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Wolverine RMAX4 1000 |
YXF10WPAM |
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Yamaha has received one report of the rear shock absorber breaking loose. No injuries have been reported.
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
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Related Recalls
The positive (+) battery terminal cover (red) can become damaged by the seat base, causing the positive (+) battery post to be exposed and contact nearby conductive components, resulting in an electrical short, posing a fire hazard.
The vehicles’ passenger side seat belt anchor point can separate from the frame due to a defective weld on the bracket, posing an injury hazard to passengers from impact with a loose bracket or failure of the seatbelt during a crash.
The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
The recalled helmets do not comply with the retention system requirements of the mandatory federal safety regulations for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect the wearer in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
The front fork of the recalled KickScooters can break, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider.
The crank can break, due to fatigue fractures, causing the rider to lose control, posing fall and crash hazards.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
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