CPSC recall · Reported April 29, 2014
Kawasaki Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. recalled This recall involves model year 2014 KLX110 and KLX110L off-road motorcycles. The motorcy….
Kawasaki Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. in April 29, 2014. Reason: The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact a K…. Verify recall #14731 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a….
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- agency class
- April 29, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14731 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
This recall involves model year 2014 KLX110 and KLX110L off-road motorcycles. The motorcycles have a 110 cubic centimeter engine, a green fuel tank, shroud cover and fenders, a black seat and white side covers. "Kawasaki" is on both sides of the shroud cover. Model numbers are on both side covers directly beneath the seat. KLX110 models have an automatic clutch, a shift pedal and no clutch lever on the handlebars. The seat height for these models is about 27 inches. KLX110L models have a manual clutch, a shift pedal and a clutch lever on the handlebars. The seat height for these models is about 29 inches. The emission label located below the handlebar and behind the number plate on the steering head states that it is a 2014 model.
Reason for recall
The camshaft sprocket bolts can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The repair will consist of replacing the camshaft bolts and the camshaft sprocket cover o-ring.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14731 |
| Date reported | April 29, 2014 |
| Date initiated | April 29, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 611 |
| 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 the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair…
- Check the recall number (14731) 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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