CPSC, Kawasaki Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 00-180 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 13, 2000
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Kawasaki Prairie ATV, 1997-1999 models
- Hazard
- Crashes and loss of control hazard
- Hazard type
- Crashes and loss of control
- Units
- About 47,000
- Last updated by CPSC
- August 20, 2026
What was recalled
The following 4-wheel drive Prairie ATV 1997-1999 models are included in this recall: KVF 300-A1, KVF 400-A1, KVF 400-A2/L, KVF 400- C1. "Kawasaki Prairie" is written on both sides of the ATVs, and "4X4" is printed on the rear of the seat.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Kawasaki Prairie ATV, 1997-1999 models · About 47,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Kawasaki dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from September 1996 through August 2000, for between $5,300 and $6,200.; Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
Kawasaki has received reports of 12 riders suffering injuries as a result of drive belts breaking and their vehicle suddenly stopping.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Kawasaki at (866) 802- 9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Recall history and context
Kawasaki Motors appears in 25 CPSC recalls on record. See all Kawasaki Motors recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Kawasaki Prairie ATV, 1997-1999 models (About 47,000 units). The following 4-wheel drive Prairie ATV 1997-1999 models are included in this recall: KVF 300-A1, KVF 400-A1, KVF 400-A2/L, KVF 400- C1.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Crashes and loss of control hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers with the recalled ATVs should stop using them immediately, and call their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free belt inspection. Original equipment belts will be replaced with a new generation belt free of charge. Also, an addendum to the owner's manual and a warning label about maintaining the drive belt will be provided.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on August 20, 2026. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.