Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles

Brand: Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia

Hazards: Safety Risk

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9490 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles
Brand Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia
Category Automotive
Recall Number 9490
Hazard Safety Risk
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date December 29, 2022
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
On December 29, 2022, Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), issued a recall alert for certain Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles. The recall was initiated due to a defect involving the improper installation of retaining bolts in the parking brake mechanism. Approximately 500 units are affected. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

2. Affected Products
The recall includes Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles in the following configurations:
– Three-passenger vehicles: Model numbers YXM70VPANG (Viking EPS) and YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch).
– Six-passenger vehicles: Model numbers YXC70VPXNG/YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS) and YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch).

The recalled vehicles were sold in Copper Metallic, Hunter Green, and Tactical Green colors. The model name is printed on the right and left sides of the vehicle body. The model number is located on top of the airbox. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the vehicle frame behind the left rear wheel.

Specific VIN ranges for each model are as follows:
– 2022 YXM70VPANG (Viking EPS): VIN start ***101868, VIN end ***101907.
– 2022 YXM70VPRNC (Viking EPS Ranch): VIN start ***101655, VIN end ***101704.
– 2022 YXC70VPXNG (Viking VI EPS): VIN start ***100954, VIN end ***101043.
– 2022 YXC70VPHNH (Viking VI EPS): VIN start ***100609, VIN end ***100638.
– 2022 YXC70VPRNC (Viking VI EPS Ranch): VIN start ***101575, VIN end ***101853.

The vehicles were sold at authorized Yamaha Side-by-Side dealers nationwide from July 2022 through October 2022, with prices ranging between $14,000 and $16,100. The manufacturer is Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Georgia. The distributor is Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, California. The vehicles were manufactured in the United States.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice states that improper installation of the retaining bolts could result in the parking brake mechanism failing to hold the vehicle when parked. This could allow the vehicle to move unintentionally, posing crash and injury hazards. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the recalled vehicles. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly. Consumers should contact Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. to schedule a free inspection and repair. No other consumer actions are specified in the recall notice.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a free inspection and repair provided by Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. The remedy option listed is “Repair.” No refund or replacement is offered under this recall.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. at 800-962-7926, available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Additional information is available online at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/motorsports/pages/cpsc-recalls or by visiting www.Yamahamotorsports.com and clicking on “CPSC Recalls.” The CPSC recall number is 23719. The recall was last published on December 29, 2022.

Recall Timeline

  • **December 29, 2022** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9490).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side vehicles?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
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Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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