CPSC recall · Reported March 11, 2003
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Small Engines
Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel leak comes in contact with a spark or flame, it can cause a fire and b…
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled The recalled engines are 27-horsepower, liquid-cooled, overhead-valve (OHV), V-twin model….
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Small Engines was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in March 11, 2003. Reason: Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel …. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the Kawasaki engine-equipped compact tractors immediately and…. Verify recall #03528 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel ….
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- March 11, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03528 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 recalled engines are 27-horsepower, liquid-cooled, overhead-valve (OHV), V-twin models with electric start and horizontal output shafts. The engine model and serial numbers are on a label at the top of the engines and next to the radiator cap: Engine Model Application Specification Engine Serial No. FD750D AS02 000001 through 020851
Reason for recall
Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel leak comes in contact with a spark or flame, it can cause a fire and burn hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the Kawasaki engine-equipped compact tractors immediately and contact the authorized dealer from whom the tractor was purchased for a free repair. The repair will consist of installing a new fuel tube with a protective cover, and a new clamp to hold the fuel tube in place. Consumers also can call a local authorized Kawasaki engine dealer to schedule the free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03528 |
| Date reported | March 11, 2003 |
| Date initiated | March 11, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 45 |
| 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 stop using the Kawasaki engine-equipped compact tractors immediately and contact the authorized dealer from whom…
- Check the recall number (03528) 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
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