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CPSC recall · Reported October 19, 2006

Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA Recalls ATV for Loss of Steering Control Hazard

The nuts securing the tie-rod ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during assembly. If the nuts loosen during operation, the operator could lose ste…

Recall #
07504
Affected scope
291
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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled The recall involves 2007 model year Kawasaki KLF250A7F ATVs. These are 4-wheel ATVs sold ….

Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA Recalls ATV for Loss of Steering Control Hazard was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in October 19, 2006. Reason: The nuts securing the tie-rod ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during asse…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the ATV immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer t…. Verify recall #07504 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The nuts securing the tie-rod ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during asse….

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291 units
affected scope
October 19, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07504 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 2007 model year Kawasaki KLF250A7F ATVs. These are 4-wheel ATVs sold under the brand name Kawasaki Bayou 250. They are available in red, green, or white, and the words "Kawasaki" and "Bayou" are on the sides, and "250" on the rear fender.

Reason for recall

The nuts securing the tie-rod ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during assembly. If the nuts loosen during operation, the operator could lose steering control, posing a risk of crashing.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the ATV immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The correction will consist of tightening the tie-rod end mounting nuts to the proper torque. Kawasaki dealers will correct this problem at no charge.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 07504
Date reported October 19, 2006
Date initiated October 19, 2006
Recalling firm Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Affected scope 291
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.

Scale of Impact

291 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the ATV immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The correction…

  • Check the recall number (07504) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves 2007 model year Kawasaki KLF250A7F ATVs. These are 4-wheel ATVs sold under the brand name Kawasaki Bayou 250. They are available in red, green, or white, and the words "Kawasaki" and "Bayou" are on the sides, and "250" on the rear fender.. Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.. Units affected: 291.
Why was this product recalled?
The nuts securing the tie-rod ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during assembly. If the nuts loosen during operation, the operator could lose steering control, posing a risk of crashing.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the ATV immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The correction will consist of tightening the tie-rod end mounting nuts to the proper torque. Kawasaki dealers will correct this problem at no charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 19, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 07504.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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