CPSC recall 07-518, announced January 10, 2007, covers Kawasaki 2007 model year KFX®50 and KFX®90 ATVs (about 9,000 units). On some of these units, the handlebar holder, tie-rod adjustment, and tie-rod end nuts may not have been tightened to the proper torque. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. 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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: KSF50B7F, KFX50, KSF90A7F, KFX90.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Kawasaki 2007 model year KSF50B7F (KFX50) and KSF90A7F (KFX90) All Terrain Vehicles. These are 50cc and 90cc models designed for use by operators 6 years of age and older (KFX50) and 12 years and older (KFX90). They are available in Lime Green or White, and have "Kawasaki" and "KFX50" or "KFX90" on the sides of the bodywork below the handlebars.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
On some of these units, the handlebar holder, tie-rod adjustment, and tie-rod end nuts may not have been tightened to the proper torque. Operation of the vehicle can cause the nuts to loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control. This poses a crash hazard, which can result in injury or death.
Incidents and injuries
Kawasaki has received 10 reports of nuts loosening on the handlebar holder, tie-rod adjustment or tie-rod end nut. One of these incidents resulted in a consumer losing steering control during ATV operation and receiving a minor injury.
Official remedy
Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 07-518
- Units
- About 9,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $1,700 and $2,150.
- Distributor
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. of Irvine, Calif.
Kawasaki 2007 model year KFX®50 and KFX®90 ATVs
CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can call Kawasaki Customer Service Department at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kawasaki.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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