January 27, 2010
Alert #10-719
Name of Product: 2009 Model Year FX10 Snowmobiles
Units: About 2,500
Distributor: Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Hazard: A bolt in the right front A arm can loosen in the suspension/steering system, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall involves the 2009 FX10 snowmobiles. The following models are affected by this recall:
| Model Name | Model Number |
|---|---|
| FX Nytro | FX10Y |
| FX Nytro XTX | FX10XTY |
| FX Nytro RTX | FX10RTRY |
| FX Nytro MTX | FX10MTRY |
| FX Nytro RTX SE | FX10RTRSY |
Sold by: Yamaha dealers nationwide from June 2008 through January 2010 for between $10,000 and $11,000.
Manufactured in: Japan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Consumer Contact: For additional information and to locate a Yamaha snowmobile dealer, contact Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 any time or visit the firm’s Web site at www.yamaha-motor.com
FX Nytro XTX
FX Nytro
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