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Kawasaki Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, August 10, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Kawasaki-Recalls-All-Terrain-Vehicles

Recall Summary

Name of Product: All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

Hazard: The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: 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 "Recalls" for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 15,000 

Description: This recall involves 2013-2017 KFX50 and 2012-2017 KFX90 Kawasaki all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recalled ATVs have four wheels and seating for one person and were sold in a variety of colors. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the front of the steel frame behind the bumper.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 18 reports of fuel leakage from the fuel tap. No injuries have been reported.  

Sold at: Kawasaki dealers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2017 for between $2,000 and $2,600.

Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

This recall was conducted voluntarily by the company under CPSC's Fast Track Recall process. Fast Track recalls are initiated by firms who commit to work with CPSC to quickly announce the recall and remedy to protect consumers.

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SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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