CPSC2008-06-26
ATVs Recalled By Kawasaki Due to Loss of Speed Control
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard
The throttle can fail to return to the idle position when released or could fail to be at idle on start-up. This could result in loss of vehicle control, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact any authorized dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Sold at
Kawasaki dealerships nationwide from August 2007 through June 2008 for about $1,750 (KFX 50) and $2,200 (KFX 90).
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
2008 Model Year KFX 50 and KFX 90 Youth ATVs
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kawasaki toll-free 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/ATVs-Recalled-By-Kawasaki-Due-to-Loss-of-Speed-ControlDon't want to check this manually?
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