CPSC recall · Reported December 8, 2005
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel to separate from the steering control. Separation of the tie rod can …
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled The recall involves Kawasaki 2005 model year KVF750-A1 and KVF750-B1 Brute Force ATVs. Th….
CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in December 8, 2005. Reason: Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel…. Remedy: Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop…. Verify recall #06515 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel….
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- December 8, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06515 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 recall involves Kawasaki 2005 model year KVF750-A1 and KVF750-B1 Brute Force ATVs. These models are 750cc V-twin All Terrain Vehicles available in Red, Green, Yellow, and Camouflage colorings. They have "Kawasaki" and "Brute Force" on the sides of the bodywork below the handlebars, and "V-Twin 750" on the sides of the rear fenders.
Reason for recall
Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel to separate from the steering control. Separation of the tie rod can cause the rider to lose control of the ATV, resulting in a serious injury or death to the rider.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06515 |
| Date reported | December 8, 2005 |
| Date initiated | December 8, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 21,900 |
| 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 recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contac…
- Check the recall number (06515) 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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