CPSC recall 02-515, announced December 31, 2001, covers 2002 Kawasaki "Bayou" ATVs (about 360 units). The rear wheel hubs, in the case of the KLF220 and KLF300-B, and the front and rear wheel hubs of the KLF300-C, are held to their respective axles by a castellated nut, that is secured to the axle with a specified torque, then locked in place by a cotter pin. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment. Recall contact: call (866) 802-9381.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: KLF220A-15, KLF300-B15, KLF300-C14.
Which products are included?
The Kawasaki "Bayou 200, 300, 300 (4x4)" is a four-wheel ATV with a manual transmission. The recalled ATVs are model numbers KLF220A-15, KLF300-B15, and KLF300-C14. They have "Kawasaki" and "Bayou" written on both sides of the bodywork, roughly inboard of the operator's knee location.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rear wheel hubs, in the case of the KLF220 and KLF300-B, and the front and rear wheel hubs of the KLF300-C, are held to their respective axles by a castellated nut, that is secured to the axle with a specified torque, then locked in place by a cotter pin. On a limited number of the affected models, the axle nut was not tightened to the proper torque before the cotter pin was inserted. The cotter pin or axle nut failure could cause the hub to come off of the axle shaft, creating the potential for an incident, resulting in injury or death to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the axle nut. Kawasaki Motor Corporation has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC), of Irvine, Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 02-515
- Units
- About 360
- Sold at / sales period
- Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide in November 2001, for between $3,000 and $5,000.
2002 Kawasaki "Bayou" ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Kawasaki toll-free, at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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