CPSC recall 14-731, announced April 29, 2014, covers Kawasaki Motors Off-Road Motorcycles (about 611 units). The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. 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 emission label located below the handlebar and behind the number plate on the steering head states that it is a 2014 model.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2014 KLX110 and KLX110L off-road motorcycles. The motorcycles have a 110 cubic centimeter engine, a green fuel tank, shroud cover and fenders, a black seat and white side covers. "Kawasaki" is on both sides of the shroud cover. Model numbers are on both side covers directly beneath the seat. KLX110 models have an automatic clutch, a shift pedal and no clutch lever on the handlebars. The seat height for these models is about 27 inches. KLX110L models have a manual clutch, a shift pedal and a clutch lever on the handlebars. The seat height for these models is about 29 inches. The emission label located below the handlebar and behind the number plate on the steering head states that it is a 2014 model.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The repair will consist of replacing the camshaft bolts and the camshaft sprocket cover o-ring.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 14-731
- Units
- About 611
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Kawasaki authorized dealers nationwide from July 2013 through March 2014 for about $2,300 to $2,500.
- Distributor
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Off-Road Motorcycles
CPSC product type: Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles
Recall contact information
Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.kawasaki.com and click on Recall/Safety Info at the bottom of the page.
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