CPSC recall · Reported November 21, 2000
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles
A frame down tube on these motorcycles can crack below the steering head. Use of the motorcycle with a cracked down tube can result in failure of the frame, which can cause the ri…
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled These KX65 Model Year 2000 motorcycles have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located….
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in November 21, 2000. Reason: A frame down tube on these motorcycles can crack below the steering head. Use of the motorcycle with a cracke…. Remedy: Consumers with the recalled motorcycles should stop using them immediately and call their…. Verify recall #01037 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-A frame down tube on these motorcycles can crack below the steering head. Use of the motorcycle with a cracke….
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- agency class
- November 21, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01037 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
These KX65 Model Year 2000 motorcycles have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located on their frame behind the front fork. Recalled motorcycles carry VIN numbers with the last four digits between 0001 and 6668. The motorcycles are small, two-wheel, off-road motocross competition vehicles designed for rough terrain. The fenders and bodywork are lime green with large "Kawasaki" decals on each side.
Reason for recall
A frame down tube on these motorcycles can crack below the steering head. Use of the motorcycle with a cracked down tube can result in failure of the frame, which can cause the rider to lose control of the motorcycle and crash, resulting in injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with the recalled motorcycles should stop using them immediately and call their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01037 |
| Date reported | November 21, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 21, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 4,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers with the recalled motorcycles should stop using them immediately and call their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a fre…
- Check the recall number (01037) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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