Kawasaki Mule™ Pro-MX™ off-highway utility vehicles
CPSC Recall #19-728 — March 14, 2019
Product
Kawasaki Mule™ Pro-MX™ off-highway utility vehicles
Description
This recall involves 2019 Mule Pro MX utility vehicles, models 700 EPS, 700 EPS LE and 700 Camo EPS. The four-wheel, off-highway utility vehicles were sold in camo, green, red and white. They have side by side seating for two people and automotive style controls. Mule Pro MX is printed on the right and left front fender. Kawasaki is printed on the cargo box. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the steel frame between the right, front lower A-arm mounts. ModelModel CodesVin RangeMULE PRO-MX EPSKAF700BKF/LRGSW643AXKB120101 through RGSW643A2KB130153MULE PRO-MX EPS LEKAF700CKF/LRGSW643A0KB140101 through RGSW643AXKB150182MULE PRO-MX EPS CamoKAF700DKF/LRGSW643A1KB160101 throughRGSW643A2KB170135
Hazard
The vehicle’s oil cooler hoses can separate and the fuel tank cap gasket can crack allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Kawasaki has received seven reports of vehicles catching on fire and being damaged. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Units Affected
About 2,600
Sold At
Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2018 through February 2019 for about $12,000.
Importer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Manufactured In
Taiwan