CPSCSeptember 6, 2017

Kawasaki Brute Force 300 All-Terrain Vehicles recall: Fire Hazard

Kawasaki Recalls Brute Force 300 All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Why was Kawasaki Brute Force 300 All-Terrain Vehicles recalled?

The fuel tap or carburetor can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki to schedule a free repair. 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.

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
Brute Force 300 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Company
Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd, of Taiwan, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Quantity
About 20,000
Sold at
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from November 2011 through June 2017 for about $4,300.
Recall date
September 6, 2017
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received 260 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel tap or carburetor. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves all 2012 through 2017 model Kawasaki Brute Force 300 ATVs. The recalled ATVs have seating for one person and were sold in red, black, white and green. Brute Force is printed on the right and left front fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located under the bumper. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.kawasaki.com.

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