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Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Off-Road Motorcycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A faulty housing for the ignition switch can allow water to enter and activate the electric starter unintentionally. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Kawasaki Motorcycle dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. The company has attempted to contact all known users.
Who to contact: For more information, consumers can contact Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kawasaki.com
The product
This recall involves Kawasaki 2010 model year KLX110CAF and KLX110DAF off-road motorcycles. They were sold in green and have Kawasaki written on the sides of the fuel tank.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,000
- Recall date
- August 5, 2010
- Made or distributed by
- Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No injuries have been reported.
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2009 through February 2010 for about $2,100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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