Recalls / 2003-03-11

CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Small Engines

03528 · Recalled 2003-03-11 · CPSC page

Recalled Kawasaki OHV engine, Model FD750D, used in Ventrac compact articulated tractors

Description

The recalled engines are 27-horsepower, liquid-cooled, overhead-valve (OHV), V-twin models with electric start and horizontal output shafts. The engine model and serial numbers are on a label at the top of the engines and next to the radiator cap: Engine Model Application Specification Engine Serial No. FD750D AS02 000001 through 020851

Hazards

Vibration during operation can result in abrasion wear to the fuel tube, leading to a fuel leak. If the fuel leak comes in contact with a spark or flame, it can cause a fire and burn hazard.

Reported injuries

Kawasaki has received one report of fuel leakage, which resulted in a fire and burn injury to the operator.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the Kawasaki engine-equipped compact tractors immediately and contact the authorized dealer from whom the tractor was purchased for a free repair. The repair will consist of installing a new fuel tube with a protective cover, and a new clamp to hold the fuel tube in place. Consumers also can call a local authorized Kawasaki engine dealer to schedule the free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Kawasaki OHV engine, Model FD750D, used in Ventrac compact articulated tractors		About 45

Parties

Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact a Ventrac authorized dealer, or contact Kawasaki, toll free, at (866) 902-9381 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. To locate an authorized Kawasaki dealer using the Internet, log on to the company's website at www.kawpower.com

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Ventrac compact articulated tractor with recalled Kawasaki OHV engine

Source: CPSC recall 03528. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.