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    Yamaha snowmobile recall in Canada: steering may fail

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    This recall affects certain 1997 and 1998 Yamaha VMAX, Mountain Max, Venture, and SRX snowmobiles in Canada. The ski column weld may not have proper penetration. This could cause the ski column to break, leading to a loss of steering control and a possible crash.

    What to do

    • Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.
    • Follow any safety instructions in the notice.

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    Affected products

    Specific affected products are listed in the official notice.

    Why this matters

    Loss of steering control could cause a crash

    Do I have this product?

    This recall applies to specific products. Details are listed in the official notice.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why was this product recalled?

    Loss of steering control could cause a crash

    What should consumers do?

    Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair. Follow any safety instructions in the notice.

    Where was the product sold?

    This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.

    Is there a health risk?

    Yes, there may be a health risk. Loss of steering control could cause a crash

    When was this product recalled?

    This product was recalled on May 2, 2023.

    Is the YAMAHA brand affected by this recall?

    Yes, YAMAHA products are affected by this recall. This recall affects certain 1997 and 1998 Yamaha VMAX, Mountain Max, Venture, and SRX snowmobiles in Canada. The ski column weld may not have proper penetration. This could cause the ski column to break, leading to a loss of steering control and a possible crash.