CPSC, Kawasaki Announce Recall of ATVs
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-10-07). Hazards: injury. About 75,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04501 |
| Published | 2003-10-07 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-19 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | Kawasaki Prairie all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) |
| Firm named in the title | Kawasaki |
| Firms | Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, of Lincoln, Neb. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 75,000 |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide sold the ATVs, from September 1996 through December 2000, for between $4,500 and $6,100. |
Description
The recalled Kawasaki ATVs include both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive versions of the Prairie 300 and 400 units, with model years between 1997 and 2000. The ATVs come in green or red and have the words, "Kawasaki" and "Prairie" printed on each side of the vehicle, "300" or "400" printed on the left side, and "4x4" printed on the side of the seat (for the 4-wheel drive models only).
Hazard
The lower front suspension arm can separate from the steering assembly, resulting in a loss of steering control and posing a serious risk of injury to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the ATVs immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection, replacement of the pinch bolt or repair of damaged parts.
Incidents and injuries
Kawasaki has received 42 reports of incidents, including nine injuries, such as broken bones, bruising, scrapes, and lacerations.
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