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Kawasaki Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Injury, Death Hazard

Reported: August 22, 2012 Initiated: August 22, 2012 #12745

Product Description

The recalled vehicles are 2012 Kawasaki Teryx4 4x4 recreational off-highway vehicles in the following styles: 750, 750 EPS and 750 EPS LE. The four-wheel drive recreational off-highway vehicles have side-by-side seating for four people and automobile style controls. The vehicles are sold in red, camouflage, green, blue and yellow colors. The model name "Teryx4" appears on the driver's side of the hood. The style name does not appear on the 750 version. For all colors of the 750 EPS except camouflage, "EPS" appears on the driver and passenger side cowling near the top front corner of the doors. On the 750 EPS LE, "EPS" appears on the driver and passenger side cowling near top front corner of the doors and "LE" appears on the hood on the driver's side.

Reason for Recall

The steering gear assembly and front brakes can fail, resulting in the loss of steering and braking, posing a risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 7,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Kawasaki-Recalls-Recreational-Off-Highway-Vehicles-Due-to-Injury-Death-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled vehicles are 2012 Kawasaki Teryx4 4x4 recreational off-highway vehicles in the following styles: 750, 750 EPS and 750 EPS LE. The four-wheel drive recreational off-highway vehicles have side-by-side seating for four people and automobile style controls. The vehicles are sold in red, camouflage, green, blue and yellow colors. The model name "Teryx4" appears on the driver's side of the hood. The style name does not appear on the 750 version. For all colors of the 750 EPS except camouflage, "EPS" appears on the driver and passenger side cowling near the top front corner of the doors. On the 750 EPS LE, "EPS" appears on the driver and passenger side cowling near top front corner of the doors and "LE" appears on the hood on the driver's side.. Recalled by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA, of Irvine, Calif.. Units affected: About 7,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The steering gear assembly and front brakes can fail, resulting in the loss of steering and braking, posing a risk of injury or death.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 22, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12745.

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