CPSCGeneral Alert
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recall of Utility Vehicles
Published: January 11, 2006Recall ID: 06525Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The steering knuckle can twist or break from wheel forces transmitted to the steering system during operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and possible collapse of the front suspension, posing a risk of incident or injury to the operator or passenger.
Product Description & Identification
The recall involves Kawasaki 2005-2006 model year KAF400 Mule 600 Utility Vehicles. These models are off-road utility vehicles available in red, green, or camouflage livery. They have "Kawasaki" on the side of the cargo bed and "Mule" on the side of the front cowling.
Affected Products
Kawasaki 2005-2006 model year Mule 600 Utility Vehicles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Utility-Vehicles |
| Title | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recall of Utility Vehicles |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/d513c979b2464ed79a646df5fb67a75f.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Utility Vehicle |
| Hazards › Name | The steering knuckle can twist or break from wheel forces transmitted to the steering system during operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and possible collapse of the front suspension, posing a risk of incident or injury to the operator or passenger. |
| Injuries › Name | Kawasaki has received 24 reports of the knuckle cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Kawasaki 2005-2006 model year Mule 600 Utility Vehicles |
| Products › Type | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products › Category I D | 2215 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 15,200 |
| Recall I D | 3394 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers with recalled utility vehicles were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Kawasaki Utility dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Kawasaki Utility dealers nationwide from November 2004 through December 2005 for between $5,900 and $7,100. |
| Recall Date | 2006-01-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall involves Kawasaki 2005-2006 model year KAF400 Mule 600 Utility Vehicles. These models are off-road utility vehicles available in red, green, or camouflage livery. They have "Kawasaki" on the side of the cargo bed and "Mule" on the side of the front cowling. |
| Distributors › Name | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 06525 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, consumers can call Kawasaki Customer Service toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kawasaki.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-08-01T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |