Kawasaki Mule™ Pro-MX™ off-highway utility vehicles recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 14, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Kawasaki USA Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

19728

Sold / distributed

Kawasaki dealers nationwide from August 2018 through February 2019 for about $12,000.

Why it was recalled

The vehicle's oil cooler hoses can separate and the fuel tank cap gasket can crack allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

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. Model Model Codes Vin Range MULE PRO-MX EPS KAF700BKF/L RGSW643AXKB120101 through RGSW643A2KB130153 MULE PRO-MX EPS LE KAF700CKF/L RGSW643A0KB140101 through RGSW643AXKB150182 MULE PRO-MX EPS Camo KAF700DKF/L RGSW643A1KB160101 through RGSW643A2KB170135

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.