CPSC recall · Reported November 15, 2012
Kawasaki Motors Recalls Fuel Filters for Lawn Mower and Utility Vehicle Engines Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich. recalled The recalled fuel filters are white translucent plastic and attach to the fuel tubes on K….
Kawasaki Motors Recalls Fuel Filters for Lawn Mower and Utility Vehicle Engines Due to Fi… was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich. in November 15, 2012. Reason: The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using products with the recalled fuel filters and conta…. Verify recall #13041 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard..
- None
- agency class
- November 15, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13041 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 fuel filters are white translucent plastic and attach to the fuel tubes on Kawasaki lawn mower and utility vehicle engines. The filters were sold separately and as part of engine tune-up kits. "VISU Filter" and a manufacturing date code number are on the top of the filter. The following date codes are included in this recall: 136/11 through 365/11 and 001/12 through 216/12. The tune-up kits say "Kawasaki Engine Tune-Up Kit" on the box. A part number is located on the top of the box. Recalled tune-up kits include one of the following part numbers: 99969-6189, 99969-6190, 99969-6191, 99969-6196 and 99969-6220. Kawasaki Motors is recalling lawn mowers and utility vehicles that use this filter, also.
Reason for recall
The fuel filter can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using products with the recalled fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer 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 | 13041 |
| Date reported | November 15, 2012 |
| Date initiated | November 15, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich. |
| Affected scope | About 55,000 filters and about 1,200 tune-up kits |
| 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 immediately stop using products with the recalled fuel filters and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer for a f…
- Check the recall number (13041) 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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