CPSC recall · Reported October 30, 2019
Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
The high pressure fuel line can get damaged causing a fuel leak, posing burn and fire hazards.
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo. recalled This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris br….
Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert) was recalled by Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo. in October 30, 2019. Reason: The high pressure fuel line can get damaged causing a fuel leak, posing burn and fire hazards.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawa…. Verify recall #20705 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo. issued this CPSC recall-The high pressure fuel line can get damaged causing a fuel leak, posing burn and fire hazards..
- None
- agency class
- October 30, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20705 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 Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris brand name with mower model numbers IS® 700Z ZTR and ISX™ 800Z ZTR. The recalled engines are model year 2018 and 2019 Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series, including models FT730V-AS41 with serial number range FT730VA00107-FT730VA00593 and FT730V-BS41 with serial number range FT730VA02330-FT730VA05073. "Kawasaki FT730V EFI" is printed on the engine air filter cover. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing.
Reason for recall
The high pressure fuel line can get damaged causing a fuel leak, posing burn and fire hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 20705 |
| Date reported | October 30, 2019 |
| Date initiated | October 30, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo. |
| Affected scope | About 1,100 |
| 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 mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a …
- Check the recall number (20705) 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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