Kawasaki USA Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Injury, Death Hazard

Teryx Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles

Date of Recall

2012-04-26

CPSC Release Number

12-731

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 2,000

Distributor

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

Sold By

Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2011 through March 2012 for between $10,600 and $12,000.

Problem/Hazard

The recalled products have been incorrectly labeled as having a higher occupant capacity than is safe. Operating the vehicle with additional occupants creates an injury or death hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

None

Description

The recalled vehicles are model year 2012 Kawasaki four-wheel recreational off-highway vehicles with side-by-side seating for two people, automobile style controls, with model types Teryx 750 FI 4x4, Teryx 750 FI 4x4 LE, Teryx 750 FI 750 4x4 LE SGE and Teryx 750 FI 4x4 Sport. The model type is printed on the hood of the vehicles. The recalled vehicles are available in the solid colors green, red, grey, silver, black and camouflage (khaki).

Remedy

Consumers will receive a replacement glove compartment cover stating the correct occupant capacity in the mail. They can install it themselves with included instructions or contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free installation.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Kawasaki between 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. Monday through Friday toll-free at (800) 954-7228 or visit the firm's website at www.kawasaki.com. Kawasaki is contacting its customers directly.

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