Prairie ATV (Kawasaki) – Potential Mechanical Issue (2001)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs
Brand
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) of Irvine, Calif. is recalling 2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs. The hazard is: The rear axle on some of these units could have been incorrectly heat-treated. This could allow the . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves the 2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATV. The ATV model has the identification "Kawasaki" and "Prairie" on both sides of the bodywork.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The rear axle on some of these units could have been incorrectly heat-treated. This could allow the rear axle to break, causing a loss of vehicle control and injury.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to determine if the vehicle is part of the recall. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026