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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering HazardDate: 10/11/2006
Reason: Loss of Steering Hazard
Distribution: Kawasaki dealers nationwide
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Units: About 400 units. Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. Hazard: These vehicles could have been assembled with improperly manufactured steering knuckles that could break while the vehicle is in operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Incidents/Injuries: Kawasaki has received no reports of incidents or injuries. Description: The recall involves Kawasaki MULE 3000 (KAF620-G), MULE 3010 4x4 (KAF620-E/H), MULE 3010 Trans4x4 (KAF620-J/K) and MULE 3010 Diesel Trans4x4 (KAF950-C) models. These are 4-wheel off-highway vehicles featuring side-by-side seating for two or four people, and automotive-style controls. Sold by: Kawasaki dealers sold these MULE utility vehicles from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $8,800 and $10,800. Manufactured in: United States Remedy: Consumers should stop using the MULE utility vehicle immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for an inspection of the steering knuckles and a free replacement, if necessary. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact your local Kawasaki dealer or call Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30a.m.and 4:45p.m. PT Monday thru Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kawasaki.com Other Outdoors Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 6/12/2008 Reason: Ventilation Distribution: Nationwide Date: 7/3/2008 Reason: A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider. Date: 6/19/2008 Reason: Some of the bolts included in the clamp kits (or sold separately) if installed incorrectly can break under extreme force such as a crash. This can cause the handlebars to separate posing a risk of serious injury to the rider. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/12/2008 Reason: Ventilation: Label; Certification Distribution: Nationwide Date: 6/12/2008 Reason: ADAPTER HARNESS CLAMP Distribution: Nationwide. Date: 6/12/2008 Reason: A missing nail connecting the back of the log chair to the seat can cause the back to separate from the seat while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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