Product Recall 20-703: FX850V EFI ENGINES
Product:
FX850V EFI Engines
Recall Notice #:
20-703
Date of Recall:
Oct. 8, 2019Details:
This recall involves Kawasaki engines used in riding lawnmowers sold under the Ferris brand name with mower model number IS® 2100Z ZTR and the Cub Cadet Pro Z 760 LKW EFI . The recalled engines are model year 2017 and 2018 Kawasaki FX850V-EFI series, including models FX850V-AS44 with serial number range FX850VB19736-FX850VB44147 and FX850V-AS47 with serial number range FX850VB20733-FX850VB40776. “Kawasaki FX850V EFI” is printed on the engine fan housing. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing.
Hazard: The fuel injector can leak excessive amounts of fuel into the engine, posing burn and fire hazards.
Units: About 950
Sold At: Kawasaki dealers and lawn and garden stores nationwide from June 2017 through August 2019 for about $2,800 for the engines sold separately, and for between $10,000 and $12,000 for mowers with the engines.
Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. U.S.A., of Maryville, Mo.
Manufactured in: United States
Additional Details:
Remedy: Repair - Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines and contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. at (866) 836-4463 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday ET.
For more information, visit: Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Burn and Fire Hazards (Recall Alert) | CPSC.gov
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