Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
USYamaha Recalls Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recalling Firm: Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga.
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe brake cables on the golf cars and PTVs can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves the following model year 2015 through 2018 gas and electric-powered golf cars , PTVs and utility vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors including blue, green, red, white, tan and silver. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label under the seat on the left or right side. Model Name Model Year Model Number Serial Number Range The DRIVE Models YDRA (Gas) 2015 JC0 0600101-0606900 JC2 0200101-0211800 JW8 0500101-0516400 2016 JC0 0700101-0706598 JC2 0300101-0312000 JW8 0600101-0614300 The DRIVE Models YDRE (Electric) 2015 JC1 0600101-0603300 JW9 0500101-0518300 2016 JC1 0700101-0703500 JC3 0000101-0004700 JW9 0600101-0618100 The DRIVE 2 Models DR2A (Gas) 2017 J0A 0000101-0010100 J0B 0000101-0016900 J0D 0000101-0007200 2018 J0A 0100101-0105300 J0B 0100101-0107287 J0D 0100101-0104700 The DRIVE 2 Models DR2E (Electric) 2017 J0C 0000101-0011400 J0E 0000101-0002900 J0J 0000101-0001999 2018 J0C 0100101-0105482 J0E 0100101-0101300 J0J 0100101-0100798
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedYamaha Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Yamaha-Recalls-Golf-Cars-and-Personal-Transportation-Vehicles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Recall-Alert |
| Title | Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/856_1.jpeg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | 2015 YDRA PTV “The DRIVE PTV” |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/856_2.jpeg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | 2016 YDRE “The DRIVE” |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/856_3.jpeg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | 2018 DR2A “The DRIVE2” |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/856_4.jpeg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | 2017 DR2E “The DRIVE2 Concierge 6” |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/856_5.jpeg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | 2018 DR2E “Adverturer Sport 2+2” |
| Hazards › Name | The brake cables on the golf cars and PTVs can fail, posing a crash hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 285 reports of brake cables failing. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Yamaha Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs) |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 161,000 |
| Recall I D | 8263 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled Golf Cars and PTVs and contact a local Yamaha Golf Car dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly. |
| Retailers › Name | Yamaha Golf Car dealers nationwide from November 2014 through December 2017 for between $5,900 and $7,700. |
| Recall Date | 2018-02-22T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the following model year 2015 through 2018 gas and electric-powered golf cars , PTVs and utility vehicles. The vehicles were sold in various colors including blue, green, red, white, tan and silver. The model and serial numbers can be found on a label under the seat on the left or right side. Model Name Model Year Model Number Serial Number Range The DRIVE Models YDRA (Gas) 2015 JC0 0600101-0606900 JC2 0200101-0211800 JW8 0500101-0516400 2016 JC0 0700101-0706598 JC2 0300101-0312000 JW8 0600101-0614300 The DRIVE Models YDRE (Electric) 2015 JC1 0600101-0603300 JW9 0500101-0518300 2016 JC1 0700101-0703500 JC3 0000101-0004700 JW9 0600101-0618100 The DRIVE 2 Models DR2A (Gas) 2017 J0A 0000101-0010100 J0B 0000101-0016900 J0D 0000101-0007200 2018 J0A 0100101-0105300 J0B 0100101-0107287 J0D 0100101-0104700 The DRIVE 2 Models DR2E (Electric) 2017 J0C 0000101-0011400 J0E 0000101-0002900 J0J 0000101-0001999 2018 J0C 0100101-0105482 J0E 0100101-0101300 J0J 0100101-0100798 |
| Distributors › Name | Yamaha Golf-Car Company, of Kennesaw, Ga. |
| Recall Number | 18725 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America, of Newnan, Ga. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Yamaha at 800-962-7926 anytime or online at www.yamahagolfcar.com and click on the Recall Tab located at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2018-02-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Assembled in United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Yamaha Recalls Golf Cars and Personal Transportation Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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