CPSCGeneral Alert
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is Recalling 2005 Model Off-highway Motorcycles
Published: December 10, 2004Recall ID: 05524Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
On some units, the rear shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for an injury or death.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Kawasaki motorcycles are 2005 model KLX110 off-highway "minicycles." They are small-sized motorcycles intended for use by minors and adults. They are green in color, and have "Kawasaki" and "KLX110" identification on the sides of the fuel tank.
Affected Products
2005 Kawasaki model KLX110-A4 off-highway motorcycle
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-is-Recalling-2005-Model-Off-highway-Motorcycles- |
| Title | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is Recalling 2005 Model Off-highway Motorcycles |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/kawasaki-2005.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Kawasaki 2005 model KLX110 off-highway "minicycle" |
| Hazards › Name | On some units, the rear shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for an injury or death. |
| Injuries › Name | None Reported. |
| Products › Name | 2005 Kawasaki model KLX110-A4 off-highway motorcycle |
| Products › Type | Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2049 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,500 |
| Recall I D | 3051 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the motorcycles immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the rear shock. |
| Retailers › Name | Authorized Kawasaki dealers from July 2004 to present. Retail price $1,649. |
| Recall Date | 2004-12-10T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Kawasaki motorcycles are 2005 model KLX110 off-highway "minicycles." They are small-sized motorcycles intended for use by minors and adults. They are green in color, and have "Kawasaki" and "KLX110" identification on the sides of the fuel tank. |
| Recall Number | 05524 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Kawasaki Motors Enterprise (Thailand) Co., Ltd. of Thailand |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, contact your Kawasaki dealer or call Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday and/or on the web address www.kawasaki.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-11-20T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Thailand |
Overview
- Recalling FirmKawasaki Motors Enterprise (Thailand) Co., Ltd. of Thailand