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Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Kawasaki Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 10, 2017
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Summary

Kawasaki is recalling about 15,000 KFX50 and KFX90 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) from model years 2012 through 2017. The fuel tap on these vehicles can leak, which creates a significant fire hazard. Kawasaki has already received 18 reports of fuel leakage from the fuel tap, though no injuries have been reported. These four-wheeled, single-seat ATVs were sold in various colors at Kawasaki dealers nationwide between October 2011 and May 2017. Owners should stop using the recalled ATVs and contact a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair.

Risk

The fuel tap can leak fuel, which poses a fire hazard that could lead to property damage or serious injury to the rider. The firm has received 18 reports of fuel leakage from this specific component.

What You Should Do

  1. Locate the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the front of the steel frame behind the front bumper to determine if your vehicle is affected.
  2. Check the model name on the right and left front fenders to see if you have a KFX50 or KFX90 model.
  3. Compare your VIN against the affected ranges: for KFX50 (2013-2017) VINs starting with RGSWA04A and for KFX90 (2012-2017) VINs starting with RGSWE07A.
  4. Immediately stop using any recalled ATV until it has been repaired.
  5. Contact an authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair of the fuel tap. You can reach Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
  6. Visit www.Kawasaki.com and click on 'Recalls' for additional information and to find your nearest dealer.
  7. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have further questions regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki for a free repair.

Contact: Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.Kawasaki.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.

Affected Products

Product: 2013-2017 Kawasaki KFX50 All-Terrain Vehicle
Model:
RGSWA04A8DB100101-RGSWA04A3DB800110
RGSWA04A6EB100101-RGSWA04A1EB800110
RGSWA04A4FB100101-RGSWA04A3FBA00106
RGSWA04A2GB100101-RGSWA04A6GBA00120
RGSWA04A0HB100101-RGSWA04AXHB800112
RGSWA04A4HB180101-RGSWA04A7HB180352
Date Ranges: October 2011 - May 2017
Product: 2012-2017 Kawasaki KFX90 All-Terrain Vehicle
Model:
RGSWE07AXCB100101-RGSWE07A1CB100827
RGSWE07A8DB100101-RGSWE07A3DB800110
RGSWE07A6EB100101-RGSWE07A7EB800130
RGSWE07A4FB100101-RGSWE07A0FB500110
RGSWE07A2GB100101-RGSWE07A8GB800110
RGSWE07A9HBC10101-RGSWE07A2HBC11171
RGSWE07A0HBD20101-RGSWE07A6HBD20166
Date Ranges: October 2011 - May 2017

Product Images

2017 KFX50 ATV

2017 KFX50 ATV

2017 KFX90 ATV

2017 KFX90 ATV

KFX50 VIN location

KFX50 VIN location

KFX90 VIN location

KFX90 VIN location

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 17204
Status: Active
Sold By: Kawasaki dealers nationwide from October 2011 through May 2017 for between $2,000 and $2,600.
Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Manufactured In: Taiwan
Units Affected: About 15,000
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.Kawasaki.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.
Agency Last Updated: August 10, 2017

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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