Kawasaki Recalls UTVs Due to Fire Hazard

2017 Kawasaki Mule SX

This 2017 Kawasaki Mule SX is part of the recall.

2017 Kawasaki Teryx

2017 Kawasaki Teryx models are affected as well.

In June, Kawasaki announced the recall of approximately 6,600 UTVs and ATVs due to the potential for the fuel gauge retainer to collapse, leak fuel and pose a fire hazard. The recall involves model year 2017 Teryx and Mule models. Consumers should immediately stop using the vehicles and contact Kawasaki for a free repair. No injuries have been reported related to this recall.

The following information is from the Consumer Products Safety Commission.

Name of product:  Utility vehicles, recreational off-highway vehicles and all-terrain vehicles

Hazard:  The fuel gauge retainer can collapse and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:  Repair

Recall date:  June 20, 2017

Recall number:17-751

Recall Details

Description:
This recall involves 2017 Mule™ utility vehicles, Teryx® and Teryx4™ recreational off-highway vicles, and Brute Force® 750 all-t The 2017 Mule utility vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with side by side seating for two to six people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. For the Mule SX series and the Mule 4000 series, the vehicle identification number (VIN) is located under the seat. For the Pro models, the VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts. The 2017 Teryx recreational off-highway vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for two or four people and automotive style controls. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the right front lower A-arm mounts.The 2017 Brute Force 750 4x4i all-terrain vehicle is a four-wheel off-highway vehicle with seating for one person. The model name is printed on the right and left front fender. The VIN is located on the steel frame between the left front lower A-arm mounts. The vehicles were sold in various colors.

2017 Teryx Models:  Teryx, Teryx LE, Teryx Camo, Teryx4, Teryx4 LE, teryx4 Camo

VIN Range:   JKBRFCH17HB501204 – JKBRTCG10HB507422

2017 Mule Models: MULE SX, MULE SX 4×4 XC, MULE SX 4×4 XC Camo, MULE SX 4×4 XC SE, MULE SX 4×4 SE, MULE 4010 4X4, MULE 4000, MULE 4010 Trans4x4, MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Camo, MULE 4010 4×4 SE, MULE 4010 Trans4x4 SE, MULE PRO-FXT, MULE PRO-FXT EPS, MULE PRO-FXT EPS LE, MULE PRO-FXT EPS Camo, MULE PRO-FX, MULE PRO-FX ESP, MULE PRO-FX ESP LE, MULE PRO-FX ESP Camo, MULE PRO-FXT Ranch Edition, MULE PRO-FX Ranch Edition, MULE PRO-DXT, MULE PRO-DXT EPS, MULE PRO-DXT EPS LE, MULE PRO-DX, MULE PRO-DX EPS

VIN Range:  JKBAFSL19HB500313 – JK1AFCR14HB531308

Remedy:  Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Kawasaki for a free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents/Injuries:  None reported
Sold At:  Kawasaki dealers nationwide from March 2017 through April 2017 for between $8,000 and $15,000.
Distributor(s):  Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Manufactured In:  U.S.
Units:  About 6,600

Learn more:  CPSC.gov

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