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Product recall · CPSCAugust 10, 2017Serious
Kawasaki All-Terrain Vehicles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
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 immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki for a free repair.
Who to contact: Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.Kawasaki.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.
The product
This recall involves 2013-2017 KFX50 and 2012-2017 KFX90 Kawasaki all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recalled ATVs have four wheels and seating for one person and were sold in a variety of colors. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the front of the steel frame behind the bumper. Model Year Model VIN Range 2013 KFX50 RGSWA04A8DB100101-RGSWA04A3DB800110 2014 KFX50 RGSWA04A6EB100101-RGSWA04A1EB800110 2015 KFX50 RGSWA04A4FB100101-RGSWA04A3FBA00106 2016 KFX50 RGSWA04A2GB100101-RGSWA04A6GBA00120 2017 KFX50 RGSWA04A0HB100101-RGSWA04AXHB800112 KFX50 RGSWA04A4HB180101-RGSWA04A7HB180352 2012 KFX90 RGSWE07AXCB100101-RGSWE07A1CB100827 2013 KFX90 RGSWE07A8DB100101-RGSWE07A3DB800110 2014 KFX90 RGSWE07A6EB100101-RGSWE07A7EB800130 2015 KFX90 RGSWE07A4FB100101-RGSWE07A0FB500110 2016 KFX90 RGSWE07A2GB100101-RGSWE07A8GB800110 2017 KFX90 RGSWE07A9HBC10101-RGSWE07A2HBC11171 KFX90 RGSWE07A0HBD20101-RGSWE07A6HBD20166
Details
- Units affected
- About 15,000
- Recall date
- August 10, 2017
- Made or distributed by
- Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 18 reports of fuel leakage from the fuel tap. No injuries have been reported.
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2017 for between $2,000 and $2,600.
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 Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire 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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