CPSC recall 03-521, announced February 7, 2003, covers 2003 Kawasaki "KFX50" All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (732 units). There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering column. Recall contact: call (866) 802-9381, or go to www.kawasaki.com.
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Which products are included?
The Kawasaki "KFX50" is a small four-wheel ATV designed for use by adult-supervised children 6 years of age or older. They are lime green and have "Kawasaki" written on the front, rear, and both sides.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld fails, the plate can become detached from the steering column, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering column.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 03-521
- Units
- 732
- Sold at / sales period
- Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from August 2002 through January 2003, for about $1799.
2003 Kawasaki "KFX50" All Terrain Vehicles (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 or visit www.kawasaki.com or www.buykawasaki.com
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