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Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Injury Hazard
Recalled August 5, 2010 · CPSC recall 10750 · Kawasaki Motors
Hazard
A faulty housing for the ignition switch can allow water to enter and activate the electric starter unintentionally. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Kawasaki Motorcycle dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. The company has attempted to contact all known users.
Units
About 4,000
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall involves Kawasaki 2010 model year KLX110CAF and KLX110DAF off-road motorcycles. They were sold in green and have Kawasaki written on the sides of the fuel tank.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact a local Kawasaki Motorcycle dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. The company has attempted to contact all known users.
Contact
For more information, consumers can contact Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kawasaki.com
Product
Kawasaki 2010 KLX110 Off-Road Motorcycles
Distributed by
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Retailers
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2009 through February 2010 for about $2,100.
Made in
Thailand
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →