Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. MULE Utility Vehicles recall: Loss of Steering Hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Hazard
Why was Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. MULE Utility Vehicles recalled?
These vehicles could have been assembled with improperly manufactured steering knuckles that could break while the vehicle is in operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and cause a crash, resulting in injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the MULE utility vehicle immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for an inspection of the steering knuckles and a free replacement, if necessary. Contact: For more information, contact your local Kawasaki dealer or call Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30a.m.and 4:45p.m. PT Monday thru 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 MULE utility vehicles
- Company
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 400 units
- Sold at
- Kawasaki dealers sold these MULE utility vehicles from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $8,800 and $10,800.
- Recall date
- September 27, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- Kawasaki has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves Kawasaki MULE 3000 (KAF620-G), MULE 3010 4x4 (KAF620-E/H), MULE 3010 Trans4x4 (KAF620-J/K) and MULE 3010 Diesel Trans4x4 (KAF950-C) models. These are 4-wheel off-highway vehicles featuring side-by-side seating for two or four people, and automotive-style controls.