"Was 2003 Kawasaki \"KFX50\" All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) recalled?"

Q: "Was 2003 Kawasaki \"KFX50\" All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #03521 was issued on 2003-02-07. There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld fails, the plate can become detached from the steering column, resulting in a loss of steering control."

CPSC, Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Announce Recall of ATVs

Source: CPSC Recall #03521

Recall Date

2003-02-07

Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.

Units Affected

732

Products Involved

2003 Kawasaki "KFX50" All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Hazard

There is the potential for failure of a weld securing the tie-rod plate to the steering column. If the weld fails, the plate can become detached from the steering column, resulting in a loss of steering control.

Remedy

Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering column.

Reported Injuries

None reported.

Sold At

Kawasaki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide, from August 2002 through January 2003, for about $1799.

Full Recall Description

The Kawasaki "KFX50" is a small four-wheel ATV designed for use by adult-supervised children 6 years of age or older. They are lime green and have "Kawasaki" written on the front, rear, and both sides.

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28