Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Hazard
USKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Hazard
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Kawasaki MULE utility vehicles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-Recalls-MULE-Utility-Vehicles-Due-to-Loss-of-Steering-Hazard |
| Title | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/c4b7e739018a48dba94a46452ddb0c98.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Utility Vehicle |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/57224c9a2c0f44b1909db3b16c02007b.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Utility Vehicle |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | Kawasaki has received no reports of incidents or injuries. |
| Products › Name | Kawasaki MULE utility vehicles |
| Products › Type | Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts |
| Products › Category I D | 2215 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 400 units |
| Recall I D | 3451 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Kawasaki dealers sold these MULE utility vehicles from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $8,800 and $10,800. |
| Recall Date | 2006-09-27T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Distributors › Name | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 06582 |
| 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 |
| Last Publish Date | 2024-08-16T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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