CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
Why was CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of recalled?
Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel to separate from the steering control. Separation of the tie rod can cause the rider to lose control of the ATV, resulting in a serious injury or death to the rider.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Contact: For more information, consumers can call Kawasaki Customer Service toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kawasaki.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 2005 model year Brute Force ATVs
- Company
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 21,900
- Sold at
- Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2004 through November 2005 for between $7,600 and $7,900.
- Recall date
- December 8, 2005
- Incidents / injuries
- Kawasaki has received about 140 reports of tie rod problems, resulting in four reports of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves Kawasaki 2005 model year KVF750-A1 and KVF750-B1 Brute Force ATVs. These models are 750cc V-twin All Terrain Vehicles available in Red, Green, Yellow, and Camouflage colorings. They have "Kawasaki" and "Brute Force" on the sides of the bodywork below the handlebars, and "V-Twin 750" on the sides of the rear fenders.