Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Off-Road Motorcycles recall: Frame Failure
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Frame Failure
Why was Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Off-Road Motorcycles recalled?
One or more of the motorcycle's frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the off-road motorcycles and contact their authorized Kawasaki dealer to arrange for a free inspection and repair. Consumers with recalled units have been sent direct notification. Contact: Call Kawasaki. toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit 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 KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles
- Company
- Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 200
- Sold at
- Kawasaki motorcycle dealers nationwide between January 2008 and February 2008 for about $2,700.
- Recall date
- March 4, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles. They are designed for the beginner as well as the more advanced rider. They are green in color and have "Kawasaki" identification on the sides of the fuel tank and KLX140 underneath the seat on both sides.