CPSC2010-08-05
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Injury Hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard
A faulty housing for the ignition switch can allow water to enter and activate the electric starter unintentionally. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Kawasaki Motorcycle dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. The company has attempted to contact all known users.
Sold at
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2009 through February 2010 for about $2,100.
Affected count
About 4,000
Injuries reported
No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Thailand
Products
Kawasaki 2010 KLX110 Off-Road Motorcycles
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kawasaki.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-Recalls-Off-Road-Motorcycles-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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