CPSC recall 13741
Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) by Yamaha Motor Usa, citing the front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13741 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2013-07-02 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Yamaha Motor Usa |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Yamaha All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) | The recalled vehicles are four-wheeled 2012 Yamaha Big Bear 400 ATVs. The model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL and YFM40FGBGR can be found on the left and right side panels of the unit. The ATVs are blue, green or camouflage and have black gear racks on the front and back. The words Yamaha Big Bear can be found on both sides of the ATV and the fuel tank. The VIN number is stamped on the frame just behind the front left wheel. The letter "C" in the 10th position of the VIN indicates the ATV was made in 2012.
Reason
The front shock absorber can break apart and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Yamaha-Recalls-Big-Bear-ATVs
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