Kawasaki EX Recall

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
KAWASAKI / EX250J8F 2008
KAWASAKI / EX250J8FL 2008

Manufacturer : KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. Mfr's Report Date : Jan 25, 2008
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V052000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Summary:
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 2008 Kawasaki Ninja EX250J8F AND Kawasaki EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. THE TAIL LIGHT BULB MAY PREMATURELY FAIL.

Consequence:
INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY CREATING THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.

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Polaris Atv Sportsman, Scrambler Recall

Polaris 2004 and 2005 and 2006 model year All Terrain Vehicles are being recalled because of a fire hazard.

This latest recall affects about 95,000 ATVs in addition to 45,000 recalled in June 2005. Polaris Sportsman and Polaris Scrambler units are involved in the recall.

The ATVs' Electronic Control Modules might be defective and overheat, and create a fire hazard to riders. Polaris reports receiving hundreds of complaints of smoking or melting on ATVs and almost two dozens reports of fires, including 9 that involved catching other property on fire.

The model and serial numbers are printed on a decal attached to the front side of the radiator or the top of the front cab cover and serial numbers are stamped into the left frame rail behind the front wheel.

The recalled models are listed in the chart below:

Model Year Market Name Model Number 2004 SPRTSMN 500 A04CH50AO 2004 SPRTSMN 500 A04CH50AR 2004 SPRTSMN 500 A04CH50AS 2005 INT 500 HO A05MH50FB 2005 SCRMBLR 500 4X4 A05BG50AA 2005 SPRTSMN 400 A05MH42AB 2005 SPRTSMN 400 A05MH42AG 2005 SPRTSMN 400 A05MH42AH 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AB 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AC 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AG 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AH 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AL 2005 SPRTSMN 500 A05MH50AT 2005 SPRTSMN 600 A05MH59AK 2005 SPRTSMN 600 A05MH59AN 2005 SPRTSMN 6X6 A05CL50AA 2005 SPRTSMN 6X6 MIL A05CL50MA 2005 SPRTSMN 700 A05MH68AD 2005 SPRTSMN 700 A05MH68AK

Model Year Market Name Model Number 2005 SPRTSMN 700 A05MH68AN 2005 SPRTSMN 700 MIL A05MH68MB 2005 SPRTSMN MV7 A05MH68AP 2005 SPRTSMN MV7 A05MH68CA 2005 SPRTSMN MV7 A05MH68MA 2006 INT SPTSMAN 500 A06MH50FB 2006 SCRMBLR 500 4X4 A06BG50AA 2006 SPRTSMN 450 A06MH46AA 2006 SPRTSMN 450 A06MH46AC 2006 SPRTSMN 450 A06MH46AD 2006 SPRTSMN 450 A06MH46AF 2006 SPRTSMN 450 A06MH46AT 2006 SPRTSMN 500 A06MH50AA 2006 SPRTSMN 500 A06MH50AB 2006 SPRTSMN 500 A06MH50AD 2006 SPRTSMN 500 A06MH50AF 2006 SPRTSMN 6X6 A06CL50AA 2006 SPRTSMN 700 A06MH68AA 2006 SPRTSMN 700 A06MH68AD 2006 SPRTSMN 700 A06MH68AF

The Polaris ATVs were sold by dealers nationwide from July 2004 to January 2008
and are made in the US. Owners should disconnect the black battery cable from the battery when the ATV is not being used and contact their local dealer for repairs.

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Ducati Recalls Hypermotard

Ducati is recalling 865 Model Year 2006 and 2007 Hypermotard motorcycles.

The license number plate holder support bracket posts can crack. The license plate can fall off the motorcycle.

Dealers will install a redesigned bracket. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. 07V-597.

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Big Dog Recalls Mastiff, Chopper, K-9, Bulldog, Mutt

Big Dog is recalling 8,061 Model Year 2005 and 2006 and 2007 and 2008 Mastiff, Model Year 2005 and 2006 and 2007 Chopper, Model Year 2006 and 2007 and 2008 K-9, Model Year 2005 and 2007 Bulldog, and Model Year 2008 Mutt motorcycles.

The rear fender strut attaching bolts can fail allowing the rear fender to detach from the motorcycle. This could occur without prior warning and could result in an injury or a crash.

Dealers will remove existing strut bolts and replace with higher tensile strength attaching bolts and updated washers. Higher torque values will be observed when installing the replacement fasteners.

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Honda Recalls CBR1000RR

Honda is recalling 25,422 Model Year 2006 and 2007 CBR1000RR motorcycles.

These motorcycles have an improper welded vent pipe in the bottom of the fuel tank. Due to vibration, the improperly welded tanks may crack and drip fuel. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank.

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Triumph Recalls Sprint and Tiger

Triumph is recalling 3,698 Model Year 2005 and 2006 and 2007 and 2008 Sprint ST 1050 and Model Year 2004 and 2005 and 2006 and 2008 Tiger 1050 motorcycles equipped with an optional accessory luggage rack.

Undersized washers were used which prevents the sliding carriage from moving as intended. Reduced stability can occur if the motorcycle is ridden with the fitted accessory, exceeded maximum weight, and at speeds far in excess of the 80 mph limit warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the accessory racks for lateral movement. Those racks not displaying any movement will be repaired.

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BRP Recalls Spyder

BRP is recalling 476 Model Year 2008 Can-Am Spyder Roadster passenger vehicles.

There is a presence of an abnormal quantity of air in the hydraulic circuit of the front brake. The brake pedal may go almost to the floor when depressed. A driver may be unable to stop the vehicle as expected increasing the risk of a crash. BRP has notified each owner informing them of this problem and scheduling a pick-up time to retrieve the vehicle.

Dealers will inspect and perform a bleeding of the brake system if needed. The recall began on November 21, 2007. 07V-561.

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Suzuki Recalls Grand Vitara

Suzuki is recalling 40,424 Model Year 2006 and 2007 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 114, "Theft Protection."

The automatic transmission selector lever "park" lock function may be inoperative due to a sticking shift lock arm. The shift lever may be able to be shifted out of "park" with the key removed and without depressing the brake pedal.

This can give rise to increased incidents of crashes resulting from the roll away of parked vehicles as a result of inadvertently moving the shift lever from the "park" position when the parking brake is not fully engaged. Dealers will replace the shift lock module.

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Kawasaki Recalls ZG1400, Again

Kawasaki is recalling 3,611 Model Year 2008 ZG1400A8F, ZG1400A8FL, ZG1400B8F, and ZG1400B8FL motorcycles. Again.

The rear carrier platform could break if a Kawasaki genuine accessory luggage system is installed on the carrier platform and a passenger leans against it. The carrier platform and luggage system could become detached from the vehicle, creating the potential for a crash which could result in injury or death.

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear carrier platform if necessary.

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Kawasaki Recalls ZG1400

Kawasaki is recalling 4,645 Model Year 2008 ZG1400A8F, ZG1400A8FL, ZG1400B8F, and ZG1400B8FL motorcycles.

The pivot pin for the latches that secure the saddlebags to the vehicle can break if force is applied to either saddlebag, such as in the event the vehicle falls over while parked or if the saddlebag is improperly attached. Continued use of the vehicle with either saddlebag latch broken can result in the saddlebag coming free of its mount during vehicle operation, creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Dealers will replace the saddlebag latch assemblies with reinforced latches.

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VCAN Recalls Outlaw Helmets

VCAN International is recalling 29,134 VCAN and Outlaw motorcycle helmets, Model V530, sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL, for failing to comply with the penetration, strap retention, and labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

In the event of a crash, the wearer of one of these helmets may not be adequately protected possibly resulting in serious injury. VCAN will notify owners and replace the helmet. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule.

This recall was the subject of an investigation, OA-218-070919, conducted by the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance. 08E-005.

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