Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Frame Failure
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-03-04 · 08548
Hazards
One or more of the motorcycle's frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
Recall
Number
08548
Date
2008-03-04
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles
Companies
Retailer(s)
Kawasaki motorcycle dealers nationwide between January 2008 and February 2008 for about $2,700.
Distributor(s)
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Thailand
Description
This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles. They are designed for the beginner as well as the more advanced rider. They are green in color and have "Kawasaki" identification on the sides of the fuel tank and KLX140 underneath the seat on both sides.