Thursday, August 18, 2005

  155,000 Kawasaki ATVs Recalled, 3 Injuries Reported


The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and Kawasaki have announced a joint recall of 155,000 Prairie and Brute Force All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).

Acccording to the government agency, "
A significant impact to the front wheel of the ATV while the steering is fully turned to either side can result in suspension damage, wear, and an eventual loss of steering control that could result in injury or death."

The recall includes 2001 through 2005 Prairie and Brute Force Kawasaki ATVs. The following Kawasaki ATV models are included in this recall: Prairie 300, Prairie 300 4x4, Prairie 360, Prairie 360 4x4, Prairie 400, Prairie 400 4x4, Prairie 650 4x4, Prairie 700 4x4, and Brute Force 650 4x4. The model numbers can be found on the identification label located on the frame of the ATV. “Prairie” or “Brute Force” is printed on each side of the vehicle’s gas tank.

Consumers should stop using the recalled ATVs immediately and contact an authorized Kawasaki ATV dealer to arrange for a free repair. Registered owners of the vehicles will be notified directly by Kawasaki about the recall. Consumers can also call toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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