Kawasaki Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" ATVs

Date of Recall

2003-06-30

CPSC Release Number

03-542

Manufactured In

U.S.A.

Units

3,000

Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.

Sold By

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

Problem/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.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. 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 Web site at www.kawasaki.com. Kawasaki is directly notifying owners of these ATVs about this recall.

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