CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The fuel tap or carburetor can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Kawasaki Recalls Brute Force 300 All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves all 2012 through 2017 model Kawasaki Brute Force 300 ATVs. The recalled ATVs have seating for one person and were sold in red, black, white and green. Brute Force is printed on the right and left front fender. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located under the bumper. To check for recalled vehicles by VIN, visit www.kawasaki.com.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Kawasaki to schedule a free repair.
Contact Information
Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.Kawasaki.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from November 2011 through June 2017 for about $4,300.
Injuries
The firm has received 260 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel tap or carburetor. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd, of Taiwan
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
17218
Product Information
Product Name
Brute Force 300 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
Number of Units
About 20,000
Manufacturer Name
Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd, of Taiwan
Imported By
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Distributed By
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Manufactured In
Taiwan