CPSC recall · Reported February 7, 2003
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of ATVs
There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld fails, the plate can become detached from the steering column, resultin…
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kmc) of Irvine, Calif. recalled The Kawasaki "KFX50" is a small four-wheel ATV designed for use by adult-supervised child….
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of ATVs was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kmc) of Irvine, Calif. in February 7, 2003. Reason: There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld f…. Remedy: Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the …. Verify recall #03521 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kmc) of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld f….
- None
- agency class
- 732 units
- affected scope
- February 7, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03521 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
The Kawasaki "KFX50" is a small four-wheel ATV designed for use by adult-supervised children 6 years of age or older. They are lime green and have "Kawasaki" written on the front, rear, and both sides.
Reason for recall
There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld fails, the plate can become detached from the steering column, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering column.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03521 |
| Date reported | February 7, 2003 |
| Date initiated | February 7, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kmc) of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | 732 |
| 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 should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering column.
- Check the recall number (03521) 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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