The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12727·Announced 2012-03-15

Kawasaki Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Tube Fire Hazard

Kawasaki is recalling about 3,900 model year 2012 utility vehicles because a fuel tube can scrape against the air cleaner housing, posing a fire hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product, but the source explicitly states that no incidents or injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Kawasaki USA is recalling about 3,900 model year 2012 four-wheeled, off-highway utility vehicles. The affected models are the MULE 600 (KAF400BCF), MULE 610 4x4 (KAF400ACF), and MULE 610 4x4 XC (KAF400DCF or KAF400ECF). These vehicles feature side-by-side seating for two people, automobile-style controls, a bench seat, a rollover protection structure, and a cargo bed. They were sold in green, red, black, and camouflage colors.

The recall is due to a fire hazard. The fuel tube can scrape against the air cleaner housing and develop holes, which poses a risk of fire. Kawasaki has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to this defect.

The vehicles were sold at Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2011 to February 2012 for between $6,700 and $8,200. Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. For more information, consumers can contact Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 or visit www.kawasaki.com.

The recalled product

Product
Utility Vehicles
Category
Vehicle — Off-Highway Utility Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
3,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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