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CPSCRecalled Mar 31, 2009 · #09172

Yamaha Motor Corp. Offers Free Repair For 450, 660, and 700 Model Rhino Vehicles CPSC advises consumers not to use the off-road vehicles until repaired

Hazard

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.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Rhino 450, 660, and 700 model Off-highway Recreational Vehicles
Type
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Yamaha dealers nationwide since Fall 2003.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Owners of the affected Rhinos should stop using them and call their dealer to schedule an appointment to have repairs made once they are available and to take advantage of a free helmet offer.

View the official CPSC notice