Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is Recalling 2005 Model Off-highway Motorcycles
Recall 05524 · Dec 10, 2004 · Kawasaki Motors Enterprise (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
1,500
units affected
1,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 05524
- Date
- Dec 10, 2004
- Company
- Kawasaki Motors Enterprise (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
- Units affected
- 1,500
- Product
- 2005 Kawasaki model KLX110-A4 off-highway motorcycle
- Product type
- Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
The recalled Kawasaki motorcycles are 2005 model KLX110 off-highway "minicycles." They are small-sized motorcycles intended for use by minors and adults. They are green in color, and have "Kawasaki" and "KLX110" identification on the sides of the fuel tank.
What can happen
On some units, the rear shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for an injury or death.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the motorcycles immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the rear shock.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None Reported.
- Sold at
- Authorized Kawasaki dealers from July 2004 to present. Retail price $1,649.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 2005 kawasaki model klx110-a4 off-highway motorcycle?
Consumers should stop using the motorcycles immediately and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the rear shock.
What is the hazard?
On some units, the rear shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for an injury or death.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.