Water jet scooter - Throttle wire
Water jet scooter - Throttle wire was recalled on 2 May 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0493/08. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility that the outer throttle cable could corrode and become cracked or twisted.
| Alert Number | 0493/08 |
| Brand | YAMAHA |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Personal Water Crafts (PWC), models GP1300 and VX1100 |
| Published | 2 May 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility that the outer throttle cable could corrode and become cracked or twisted. If the outer cable is damaged in this way, it could cause the inner cable (throttle wire) to fray over time from wear. If the frayed inner cable catches on the damaged outer cable, throttle movement can be increasingly impaired. This may eventually prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position. This could result in an accident causing injury or death to the operator, passenger or bystanders.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
- model GP1300 : the recall concerns PWCs built from 2003 to 2008<a href="/consumers/safety/images/table1.pdf">Click here to view year, model, model code, Primary ID number range</a> - model VX1100 : the recall concerns PWCs built from 2005 to 2008<a href="/consumers/safety/images/table2.pdf">Click here to view year, model, model code, Primary ID number range</a>
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Water jet scooter - Throttle wire.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.