CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Small Engines
Why was CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of recalled?
Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel leak comes in contact with a spark or flame, it can cause a fire and burn hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the Kawasaki engine-equipped compact tractors immediately and contact the authorized dealer from whom the tractor was purchased for a free repair. The repair will consist of installing a new fuel tube with a protective cover, and a new clamp to hold the fuel tube in place. Consumers also can call a local authorized Kawasaki engine dealer to schedule the free repair. Contact: For more information, contact a Ventrac authorized dealer, or contact Kawasaki, toll free, at (866) 902-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. To locate an authorized Kawasaki dealer using the Internet, log on to the company's website at www.kawpower.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Kawasaki OHV engine, Model FD750D, used in Ventrac compact articulated tractors
- Company
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 45
- Recall date
- March 11, 2003
- Incidents / injuries
- Kawasaki has received one report of fuel leakage, which resulted in a fire and burn injury to the operator.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled engines are 27-horsepower, liquid-cooled, overhead-valve (OHV), V-twin models with electric start and horizontal output shafts. The engine model and serial numbers are on a label at the top of the engines and next to the radiator cap: Engine Model Application Specification Engine Serial No. FD750D AS02 000001 through 020851