CPSC recall 04-501, announced October 7, 2003, covers Kawasaki Prairie all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) (75,000 units). The lower front suspension arm can separate from the steering assembly, resulting in a loss of steering control and posing a serious risk of injury to the rider. The notice cites 42 incident reports and 9 injuries. Consumers should stop using the ATVs immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection, replacement of the pinch bolt or repair of damaged parts. Recall contact: call (866) 802-9381, or go to www.kawasaki.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled Kawasaki ATVs include both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive versions of the Prairie 300 and 400 units, with model years between 1997 and 2000. The ATVs come in green or red and have the words, "Kawasaki" and "Prairie" printed on each side of the vehicle, "300" or "400" printed on the left side, and "4x4" printed on the side of the seat (for the 4-wheel drive models only).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The lower front suspension arm can separate from the steering assembly, resulting in a loss of steering control and posing a serious risk of injury to the rider.
Incidents and injuries
Kawasaki has received 42 reports of incidents, including nine injuries, such as broken bones, bruising, scrapes, and lacerations.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the ATVs immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection, replacement of the pinch bolt or repair of damaged parts.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Lincoln, Neb.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 04-501
- Units
- 75,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide sold the ATVs, from September 1996 through December 2000, for between $4,500 and $6,100.
Kawasaki Prairie all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact your Kawasaki dealer or call Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the Kawasaki website at www.kawasaki.com
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