CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. Announce Recall of Motocross Motorcycles
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-01-11 · 01065
Hazards
The rear brakes on these motorcycles can fail, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries or death.
Recall
Number
01065
Date
2001-01-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kawasaki 2001 KX series motocross vehicles
Companies
Retailer(s)
Kawasaki dealers nationwide sold the motorcycles, from May 2000 to November 2000, for between $2,800 and $5,800.
Distributor(s)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Description
The recalled Kawasaki motorcycles are 2001 KX series motocross vehicles with model numbers KX65, KX85, KX100, KX125, KX250 and KX500. The name "Kawasaki" appears on each side of the frame, near the steering column, and the model number appears on each side of the frame running from the rear tire to the braking system. The motorcycles are green with white on the front of the steering column and on each side of the seat.