CPSC recall 08548
Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles by Kawasaki Motors U, citing one or more of the motorcycle's frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08548 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2008-03-04 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Kawasaki Motors U |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles | This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles. They are designed for the beginner as well as the more advanced rider. They are green in color and have "Kawasaki" identification on the sides of the fuel tank and KLX140 underneath the seat on both sides.
Reason
One or more of the motorcycle's frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
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Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Kawasaki-Motors-Corp-USA-Recalls-Off-Road-Motorcycles-Due-to-Frame-Failure
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