CPSC Recall in 2001: CPSC, Kawasaki Motor Corporation Announce Recall of ATVs

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 02-511

Date: December 17, 2001

Product Name: 2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs

Recall Description:

PRODUCT: ATVs - Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 790, all terrain vehicles (ATVs). The recall involves the 2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATV. The ATV model has the identification "Kawasaki" and "Prairie" on both sides of the bodywork. Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between May 1, 2001 through May 25, 2001 for $6,999. PROBLEM: 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. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported. 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. Consumers should call Kawasaki toll free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Hazard Description:

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.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 790

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between May 1, 2001 through May 25, 2001 for $6,999.

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