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Product recall · CPSCMarch 14, 2019Serious
Kawasaki USA Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The vehicle's oil cooler hoses can separate and the fuel tank cap gasket can crack allowing fuel to 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 utility vehicles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.
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 2019 Mule Pro MX utility vehicles, models 700 EPS, 700 EPS LE and 700 Camo EPS. The four-wheel, off-highway utility vehicles were sold in camo, green, red and white. They have side by side seating for two people and automotive style controls. Mule Pro MX is printed on the right and left front fender. Kawasaki is printed on the cargo box. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the steel frame between the right, front lower A-arm mounts. Model Model Codes Vin Range MULE PRO-MX EPS KAF700BKF/L RGSW643AXKB120101 through RGSW643A2KB130153 MULE PRO-MX EPS LE KAF700CKF/L RGSW643A0KB140101 through RGSW643AXKB150182 MULE PRO-MX EPS Camo KAF700DKF/L RGSW643A1KB160101 through RGSW643A2KB170135
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,600
- Recall date
- March 14, 2019
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Kawasaki has received seven reports of vehicles catching on fire and being damaged. No injuries have been reported.
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2018 through February 2019 for about $12,000.
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 USA Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)”
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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