Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA Recalls ATV for Loss of Steering Control Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 07-504 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 19, 2006
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Kawasaki 2007 Model Year Bayou 250 All Terrain Vehicles
- Hazard
- Crashes and loss of control hazard
- Hazard type
- Crashes and loss of control
- Units
- 291
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The recall involves 2007 model year Kawasaki KLF250A7F ATVs. These are 4-wheel ATVs sold under the brand name Kawasaki Bayou 250. They are available in red, green, or white, and the words "Kawasaki" and "Bayou" are on the sides, and "250" on the rear fender.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Kawasaki 2007 Model Year Bayou 250 All Terrain Vehicles · 291 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide from September 2006 through October 2006 for about $3,000.; Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
No incidents or injuries reported.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact your local 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, 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 2007 Model Year Bayou 250 All Terrain Vehicles (291 units). The recall involves 2007 model year Kawasaki KLF250A7F ATVs.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Crashes and loss of control hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using the ATV immediately and contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. The correction will consist of tightening the tie-rod end mounting nuts to the proper torque. Kawasaki dealers will correct this problem at no charge.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. 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.