Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 23, 2023
Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Engines Sold on Ferris and SCAG Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The high-pressure fuel line can get damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover, causing a fuel leak that poses burn and fire hazards.
The recall
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Maryville, Mo. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The high-pressure fuel line can get damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover, causing a fuel leak that pos….
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 23, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23163 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #23163) was formally reported on March 23, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Maryville, Mo. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 33,100.
The documented reason for this recall is: The high-pressure fuel line can get damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover, causing a fuel leak that poses burn and fire hazards. 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 mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Affected scope
About 33,100
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris brand name with mower models IS 700Z ZTR, ISX 800Z ZTR and ISX 2200Z ZTR and under the SCAG brand name with mower models Tiger Cat II and V- Ride II. The recalled engines are model year 2018 through 2022 Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series. "Kawasaki FT730V EFI" is printed on the engine air filter cover. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall: Recalled Engine Table - EFI Engines Only Model Number Specification Number Engine Serial Number Range FT730V AS41, BS41, CS41, DS41, AS42, BS42, CS42, DS42 FT730VA00107 - FT730VA66205
Reason for recall
The high-pressure fuel line can get damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover, causing a fuel leak that poses 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 | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 23163 |
| Date reported | March 23, 2023 |
| Date initiated | March 23, 2023 |
| Recalling firm | Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Maryville, Mo. |
| Affected scope | About 33,100 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris brand name with mower models IS 700Z ZTR, ISX 800Z ZTR and ISX 2200Z ZTR and under the SCAG brand name with mower models Tiger Cat II and V- Ride II. The recalled engines are model year 2018 through 2022 Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series. "Kawasaki FT730V EFI" is printed on the engine air filter cover. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing. The following model and serial number ranges are included in this recall: Recalled Engine Table - EFI Engines Only Model Number Specification Number Engine Serial Number Range FT730V AS41, BS41, CS41, DS41, AS42, BS42, CS42, DS42 FT730VA00107 - FT730VA66205. Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Maryville, Mo.. Units affected: About 33,100.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The high-pressure fuel line can get damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover, causing a fuel leak that poses burn and fire hazards.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 23, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23163.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (23163) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 23, 2023.
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- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).