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CPSCRecalled Oct 16, 2007 · #08505

Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Risk of Injury and Death from Steering Problem

Hazard

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.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
2007 Model Year PZ50 Snowmobiles
Type
Snowmobiles
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Model numbers
2007, PZ50, PZ50W, PZ50FXW, PZ50GTW, PZ50MW, PZ50VTW
UPCs
Sold at
Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2006 through September 2007 for between $7,000 and $8,000.
Made in
Japan

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice