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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announces Recall of KFX450R All-Terrain Vehicles
This product safety recall is conducted by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Until the repairs have been completed, owners should not ride the ATV, and should store it in a well-ventilated area away from any source of ignition.
Name of product: Kawasaki KFX450R All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
Units: About 6000
Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. of Irvine, CA.
Hazard: On certain of the affected models, the flange which holds the fuel pump in the fuel tank may not be sufficiently bonded to the tank itself. This can allow fuel to leak from the flange area, causing the risk of fire, with the subsequent risk of property damage, injury, or death.
Incidents/Injuries: 60 reports of fuel leaks, with no injuries.
Description: The recalled ATVs are the 2008 model year Kawasaki KFX450R. These ATVs are available in white, green, or black, and have "Kawasaki" and "KFX450R" on the front bodywork below the handlebars.
Sold by: These ATVs were sold by Kawasaki motorcycle and ATV dealers between March and June of 2007. The KFX450R has a MSRP of $7399.
Manufactured in: U.S.A.
Remedy: Consumers should contact their authorized Kawasaki dealer. Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.
Consumer Contact: Your Kawasaki dealer is your best point of contact. If needed, you may contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. at 866-802-9381 (toll-free) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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