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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Hazard

Recall 06-582 · September 27, 2006 · Kawasaki Motors

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
06-582 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 27, 2006
Brand
Kawasaki Motors
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Kawasaki MULE utility vehicles
Hazard
Loss of Steering Hazard
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Units
About 400 units
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
August 16, 2024

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Kawasaki MULE utility vehicles · About 400 units units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Kawasaki dealers sold these MULE utility vehicles from August 2006 through September 2006 for between $8,800 and $10,800.; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Kawasaki has received no reports of incidents or injuries.

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

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 MULE utility vehicles (About 400 units units). 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.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Loss of Steering Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on August 16, 2024. 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.