Kawasaki KFX450R All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) recall 07-561

CPSC recall 07-561, announced June 28, 2007, covers Kawasaki KFX450R All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (about 6,000 units). The flange, which holds the fuel pump in the fuel tank, can fail to stay connected to the tank itself. The notice cites 60 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the ATV and contact their authorized Kawasaki dealer to arrange for installation of a free replacement fuel tank. Recall contact: call (866) 802-9381, or go to www.kawasaki.com.

What to check on the product label

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

KFX450R

Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: KFX450R.

Which products are included?

The recalled ATVs are the 2008 model year Kawasaki KFX450R. These ATVs are available in white, green, or black, and have "Kawasaki" and "KFX450R" on the front bodywork below the handlebars.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The flange, which holds the fuel pump in the fuel tank, can fail to stay connected to the tank itself. This can create a fuel leak, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

Kawasaki has received 60 reports of fuel leaks, though no injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the ATV and contact their authorized Kawasaki dealer to arrange for installation of a free replacement fuel tank.

Product and sales details

Brand: Kawasaki Motors
Product type: Off-road recreational vehicles
Recall number: 07-561
Units: About 6,000
Manufactured in: United States
Sold at / sales period: Kawasaki motorcycle and ATV dealers nationwide between March 2007 and June 2007 for about $7400.
Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. of Irvine, Calif.