CPSC recall 09172
Rhino 450, 660, and 700 model Off-highway Recreational Vehicles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-06-13
On 2014-06-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Rhino 450, 660, and 700 model Off-highway Recreational Vehicles by Yamaha Motor U, citing the lack of a spacer on the rear wheels and the presence of the rear anti-sway bar impair vehicle handling and pose a risk of rollover.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09172 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2009-03-31 |
| Published | 2014-06-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Yamaha Motor U |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Rhino 450, 660, and 700 model Off-highway Recreational Vehicles | CPSC and Yamaha are anouncing a free repair program to address safety issues with all Rhino 450, 660, and 700 model off-highway recreational vehicles. Yamaha has also agreed to voluntarily suspend sale of these models immediately until repaired. The repair includes the installation of a spacer on the rear wheels as well as the removal of the rear anti-sway bar to help reduce the chance of rollover and improve vehicle handling, and continued installation of half doors and additional passenger handholds where these features have not been previously installed to help keep occupants' arms and legs inside the vehicle during a rollover and reduce injuries.
Reason
The lack of a spacer on the rear wheels and the presence of the rear anti-sway bar impair vehicle handling and pose a risk of rollover.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
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Source
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