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CPSC, Kawasaki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJun 30, 2003
Recalled Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" ATV
Recalled Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" ATV

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor can loosen during operation, causing it to stick, which can cause the rider to lose control and possibly crash.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair.

Incidents & injuries

Kawasaki has received three reports from consumers of the throttle sticking, because of the throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor. There was one report of a consumer suffering minor injuries, as a result of this hazard.

Product description

The Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" is a four-wheel ATV with a variable automatic transmission. The green or orange ATVs have "Kawasaki," "KFX700" and "V-Force" written on them.

Sold on

Kawasaki dealers nationwide, from March 2003 through June 2003, for about $6,500.

Contact the company

For more information, contact your Kawasaki dealer, call Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the Kawasaki website at www.kawasaki.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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