CPSC Recall in 2022: Yamaha Recalls Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 22-781

Date: September 29, 2022

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

Recall Description:

This recall involves Model Year 2022 Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side three passenger vehicles with model numbers YXM70VPANG/PHNH and YXM70VPRNC (Viking Ranch Edition). The recalled side-by-side 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) can be found on the vehicle frame behind the left rear wheel. The VIN number ranges for recalled Yamaha Viking Off-Road Side-by-Side include the following:MYModelVIN StartVIN End2022YXM70VPANG***********101648***********1018472022YXM70VPHNH***********101103***********1011222022YXM70VPRNC (Viking Ranch Edition)***********101455***********101634

Hazard Description:

Improperly installed rear brake lines can cause brake fluid to leak and reduce vehicle control, posing crash and injury hazards.  

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 330

Incidents:

The firm has received four reports of incidents of the brake pipe making contact with the drive shaft causing brake fluid to leak. No injuries or accidents have been reported.

Sold At:

Authorized Yamaha Side-by-Side dealers nationwide from March 2022 through August 2022 for between $14,000 and $14,700.

Manufactured In:

United States