CPSC2004-12-10
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is Recalling 2005 Model Off-highway Motorcycles
Kawasaki Motors Enterprise (Thailand) Co., Ltd. of Thailand
Hazard
On some units, the rear shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for an injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the motorcycles immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the rear shock.
Sold at
Authorized Kawasaki dealers from July 2004 to present. Retail price $1,649.
Affected count
About 1,500
Injuries reported
None Reported.
Manufactured in
Thailand
Products
2005 Kawasaki model KLX110-A4 off-highway motorcycle
Consumer contact
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 and/or on the web address www.kawasaki.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-is-Recalling-2005-Model-Off-highway-Motorcycles-Don't want to check this manually?
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