CPSC, Kawasaki Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-09-13). Hazards: crash. About 47,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00180 |
| Published | 2000-09-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-20 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | Kawasaki Prairie ATV, 1997-1999 models |
| Firm named in the title | Kawasaki |
| Firms | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 47,000 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, new instructions, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Kawasaki dealers nationwide sold these ATVs, from September 1996 through August 2000, for between $5,300 and $6,200. |
Description
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.
Hazard
Under certain conditions, the drive belts on these ATVs can break, and pieces of the belt can lock up the transmission, including the wheels, causing the vehicle to stop suddenly. This can cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, crash, or be ejected off the vehicle, resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
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.
Incidents and injuries
Kawasaki has received reports of 12 riders suffering injuries as a result of drive belts breaking and their vehicle suddenly stopping.
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