CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Kawasaki Motor Corp. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2003.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-542

Date: June 29, 2003

Product Name: Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" ATVs

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif. is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 All-Terrain Vehicles. The throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor can loosen during operation, causing it to stick, which can cause the rider to lose control and possibly crash.Name of product: Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" ATVsUnits: 3,000Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.Hazard: The throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor can loosen during operation, causing it to stick, which can cause the rider to lose control and possibly crash.Incidents/Injuries: Kawasaki has received three reports from consumers of the throttle sticking because of the throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor. There was one report of a consumer suffering minor injuries as a result of this hazard.Description: The Kawasaki KFX700 "V-Force" is a four-wheel ATV with a variable automatic transmission. The green or orange ATVs have "Kawasaki," "KFX700" and "V-Force" written on them.Sold at: Kawasaki dealers nationwide from March 2003 through June 2003 for about $6,500.Manufactured in: U.S.A.Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. For more information, contact your Kawasaki dealer, call Kawasaki toll-free at (866) 802-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the Kawasaki website at www.kawasaki.com. Kawasaki is directly notifying owners of these ATVs about this recall.

Hazard Description:

The throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor can loosen during operation, causing it to stick, which can cause the rider to lose control and possibly crash.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Inspect, Repair

Units: 3,000

Incidents:

Kawasaki has received three reports from consumers of the throttle sticking because of the throttle cable adjuster on the carburetor. There was one report of a consumer suffering minor injuries as a result of this hazard.

Sold At:

Kawasaki dealers nationwide from March 2003 through June 2003 for about $6,500.

Manufactured In:

United States