CPSC recall · Reported August 10, 2017
Kawasaki Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. recalled This recall involves 2013-2017 KFX50 and 2012-2017 KFX90 Kawasaki all-terrain vehicles (A….
Kawasaki Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. in August 10, 2017. Reason: The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki for a free…. Verify recall #17204 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard..
- None
- agency class
- August 10, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17204 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,783 vehicles recalls on record
Product description
This recall involves 2013-2017 KFX50 and 2012-2017 KFX90 Kawasaki all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recalled ATVs have four wheels and seating for one person and were sold in a variety of colors. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the front of the steel frame behind the bumper. Model Year Model VIN Range 2013 KFX50 RGSWA04A8DB100101-RGSWA04A3DB800110 2014 KFX50 RGSWA04A6EB100101-RGSWA04A1EB800110 2015 KFX50 RGSWA04A4FB100101-RGSWA04A3FBA00106 2016 KFX50 RGSWA04A2GB100101-RGSWA04A6GBA00120 2017 KFX50 RGSWA04A0HB100101-RGSWA04AXHB800112 KFX50 RGSWA04A4HB180101-RGSWA04A7HB180352 2012 KFX90 RGSWE07AXCB100101-RGSWE07A1CB100827 2013 KFX90 RGSWE07A8DB100101-RGSWE07A3DB800110 2014 KFX90 RGSWE07A6EB100101-RGSWE07A7EB800130 2015 KFX90 RGSWE07A4FB100101-RGSWE07A0FB500110 2016 KFX90 RGSWE07A2GB100101-RGSWE07A8GB800110 2017 KFX90 RGSWE07A9HBC10101-RGSWE07A2HBC11171 KFX90 RGSWE07A0HBD20101-RGSWE07A6HBD20166
Reason for recall
The fuel tap can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki 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 | 17204 |
| Date reported | August 10, 2017 |
| Date initiated | August 10, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 15,000 |
| 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 ATVs and contact Kawasaki for a free repair.
- Check the recall number (17204) 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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