NHTSA Recall 11V316000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V316000; Date: Jun. 8, 2011
Fuel leakage in the presence of spark or flame could cause a fire or explosion possibly resulting in injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Kawasaki KLX250; 2010 Kawasaki KLX250
Component: Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp. , U. S. A.
Affected Units:: 9,460
Recall Summary:
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 klx250 motorcycles. The fuel tank could leak from cracks at the spot weld(s) on the side mount tabs due to stress caused by excessive clearance between the fuel tank and a frame-mounted rubber damper.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and correct the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 16, 2011. Owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department at 866-802-9381.
Recall Notes:
Kawasaki safety recall no. Mc11-04. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 16, 2011
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