Severity
Moderate
Kawasaki Recalls Utility Vehicles, Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles and All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Reported: June 20, 2017 Initiated: June 20, 2017 #17751 About 6,600 units
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. issued this CPSC recall on June 20, 2017. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 6,600 units are affected. The recall was issued because: The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #17751) was formally reported on June 20, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 6,600 units are affected.
The documented reason for this recall is: The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Kawasaki for a free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 1 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 9 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
About 6,600
Related Recalls
6
1 from same agency
Product Description
This recall involves 2017 Mule™ utility vehicles, Teryx® and Teryx4™ recreational off-highway vicles, and Brute Force® 750 all-t The 2017 Mule utility vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with side by side seating for two to six people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. For the Mule SX series and the Mule 4000 series, the vehicle identification number (VIN) is located under the seat. For the Pro models, the VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts. The 2017 Teryx recreational off-highway vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for two or four people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts.The 2017 Brute Force 750 4x4i all-terrain vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for one person. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the left front lower A-arm mounts. The vehicles were sold in various colors. Model Year Model VIN Range Brute Force 750 all-terrain vehicles 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS JKAVFDL11HB506155 - JKAVFDG10HB512832 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS Camo 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i Teryx recreational off-highway vehicles 2017 TERYX JKBRFCH17HB501204 - JKBRTCG10HB507422 2017 TERYX LE 2017 TERYX Camo 2017 TERYX4 2017 TERYX4 LE 2017 TERYX4 Camo Mule utility vehicles 2017 MULE SX 4x4 JKBAFSL19HB500313 - JK1AFCR14HB531308 2017 MULE SX 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC Camo 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC SE 2017 MULE SX 4x4 SE 2017 MULE 4010 4X4 2017 MULE 4000 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Camo 2017 MULE 4010 4x4 SE 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 SE 2017 MULE PRO-FXT 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS LE 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS Camo 2017 MULE PRO-FX 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP LE 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP Camo 2017 MULE PRO-FXT Ranch Edition 2017 MULE PRO-FX Ranch Edition 2017 MULE PRO-DXT 2017 MULE PRO-DXT EPS 2017 MULE PRO-DXT EPS LE 2017 MULE PRO-DX 2017 MULE PRO-DX EPS
Reason for Recall
The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Kawasaki for a free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
- Units Affected
- About 6,600
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17751 |
| Date reported | June 20, 2017 |
| Date initiated | June 20, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif. |
| Units affected | About 6,600 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves 2017 Mule™ utility vehicles, Teryx® and Teryx4™ recreational off-highway vicles, and Brute Force® 750 all-t The 2017 Mule utility vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with side by side seating for two to six people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. For the Mule SX series and the Mule 4000 series, the vehicle identification number (VIN) is located under the seat. For the Pro models, the VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts. The 2017 Teryx recreational off-highway vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for two or four people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts.The 2017 Brute Force 750 4x4i all-terrain vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for one person. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the left front lower A-arm mounts. The vehicles were sold in various colors. Model Year Model VIN Range Brute Force 750 all-terrain vehicles 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS JKAVFDL11HB506155 - JKAVFDG10HB512832 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS Camo 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i EPS 2017 BRUTE FORCE 750 4x4i Teryx recreational off-highway vehicles 2017 TERYX JKBRFCH17HB501204 - JKBRTCG10HB507422 2017 TERYX LE 2017 TERYX Camo 2017 TERYX4 2017 TERYX4 LE 2017 TERYX4 Camo Mule utility vehicles 2017 MULE SX 4x4 JKBAFSL19HB500313 - JK1AFCR14HB531308 2017 MULE SX 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC Camo 2017 MULE SX 4x4 XC SE 2017 MULE SX 4x4 SE 2017 MULE 4010 4X4 2017 MULE 4000 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Camo 2017 MULE 4010 4x4 SE 2017 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 SE 2017 MULE PRO-FXT 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS LE 2017 MULE PRO-FXT EPS Camo 2017 MULE PRO-FX 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP LE 2017 MULE PRO-FX ESP Camo 2017 MULE PRO-FXT Ranch Edition 2017 MULE PRO-FX Ranch Edition 2017 MULE PRO-DXT 2017 MULE PRO-DXT EPS 2017 MULE PRO-DXT EPS LE 2017 MULE PRO-DX 2017 MULE PRO-DX EPS. Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.. Units affected: About 6,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Kawasaki for a free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 20, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17751.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (17751) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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