CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02511
2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs
Published October 27, 2025 · Recall initiated: December 18, 2001
What's the hazard
The rear axle on some of these units could have been incorrectly heat-treated. This could allow the rear axle to break, causing a loss of vehicle control and injury.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to determine if the vehicle is part of the recall. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Recall details
- Brand
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.
- Distributor
- Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, between May 1, 2001 through May 25, 2001, for $6,999.
- Country
- US
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