CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. Announce Recall Reminder for ATVs

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2005.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-562

Date: April 12, 2005

Product Name: Yamaha Raptor YFM660R ATVs

Recall Description:

Model year 2001-2004 Raptor YFM660R ATVs are involved in this recall. The 2001 to 2004 model year ATVs have "660R" written on both sides of the bodywork and "Raptor" written on both sides of the rear fender. The 2001 and 2002 ATVs are either blue and white or black and white; the 2003 ATVs are either blue and white, black and red, or black with blue flame graphics; and the 2004 ATVs are either blue and white or red and white.

Hazard Description:

In February 2004, Yamaha announced a voluntary recall of Raptor YFM660R ATVs. Vibration from the engine and driveline during long periods of high rpm usage could cause the rear master cylinder reservoir to agitate resulting in brake fluid aeration. A small amount of air bubbles could enter the master cylinder adversely affecting rear brake performance.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 86,000

Incidents:

Yamaha received eight reports of incidents that may be attributed to rear brake fluid aeration. There are four reports of minor injuries.

Sold At:

Yamaha dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between 2000 and 2004 for between $6,199 and $6,699.

Manufactured In:

Japan