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2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs — recall 02511

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2001-12-18

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
02511
Date of alert
2001-12-18
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The recall involves the 2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATV. The ATV model has the identification "Kawasaki" and "Prairie" on both sides of the bodywork. Hazards: The rear axle on some of these units could have been incorrectly heat-treated. This could allow the rear axle to break, causing a loss of vehicle control and injury.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Kawasaki-Motor-Corporation-Announce-Recal

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