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Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall 14-751 · September 4, 2014 · Yamaha

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

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
14-751 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 4, 2014
Brand
Yamaha
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Yamaha snowmobiles
Hazard
Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 2,520
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
September 4, 2014

What was recalled

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."

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Yamaha snowmobiles · About 2,520 units

Photos from the recall notice

Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10R ("SRViper")
Black and Red Yamaha 2014 model SR10R ("SRViper")
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

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Yamaha snowmobile dealers nationwide from October 2013 through August 2014 for about $12,000 to $14,000.; Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

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

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.

Recall history and context

Yamaha appears in 36 CPSC recalls on record. See all Yamaha recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Yamaha snowmobiles (About 2,520 units). 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.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire Hazard (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on September 4, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.