Yamaha Personal Transportation Vehicles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 13, 2023

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Yamaha Personal Transportation Vehicles Recalled Due to Crash and Injury Hazards; Manufactured by Yamaha Motor Powered Products (Recall Alert)

Recall number

23773

Brand / firm

Yamaha Motor Powered Products Co. Ltd., of Japan

Sold / distributed

Yamaha Golf car dealers and distributors nationwide from August 2022 through March 2023 for between $6,200 and $9,700.

Why it was recalled

The recalled personal transportation vehicles can accelerate unexpectedly, posing crash and injury hazards to consumers.

What was recalled

This recall involves Yamaha Personal Transportation Vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors including white, blue, green and orange. The model's name is found on the left and right side of the vehicle and the serial number can be found on the frame under the operator's seat. 2023 J0D Drive2 QuieTech PTV J0D 600665 602162 J0E Drive2 Powertech AC PTV J0E 600109 600468 J0P UMAX Rally 2+2 AC J0P 705 739 J2D Concierge 4E J2D 100101 100421 J5C Drive2 Powertech AC Li PTV J5C 400104 400139

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Yamaha Personal Transportation Vehicles and contact Yamaha Golf-Car company for a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.