Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Frame Failure
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 08-548 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- March 4, 2008
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles
- Hazard
- Frame Failure
- Units
- About 200
- Made in
- Thailand
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles. They are designed for the beginner as well as the more advanced rider. They are green in color and have "Kawasaki" identification on the sides of the fuel tank and KLX140 underneath the seat on both sides.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles · About 200 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Kawasaki motorcycle dealers nationwide between January 2008 and February 2008 for about $2,700.; Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif..
Consumer contact
Call Kawasaki. toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit 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 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles (About 200 units). This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Frame Failure.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the off-road motorcycles and contact their authorized Kawasaki dealer to arrange for a free inspection and repair. Consumers with recalled units have been sent direct notification.
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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.