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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1997 Kawasaki Kvf400 in Canada.
On certain vehicles, the original tightening torque of the ball joint pinch bolts may not be enough to prevent the ball joint from loosening in the steering knuckle. Continued use can allow the knuckle, ball joint and pinch bolts to become worn enough to allow separation of the ball joint from the knuckle, resulting in loss of steering and creating the possibility of an accident resulting in injury or death. Correction: Dealer will insect the ball joint and steering knuckle, replacing the pinch bolts and nuts on all units, and replacing the steering knuckle(s) only if necessary.
A failure of this component (suspension) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain vehicles, the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) drive belt may fail. When this occurs there is a possibility that a detached section of the belt could lock up the transmission including the wheels. This could cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle and possibly result in a crash. Correction: Belt will be inspected/adjusted /replaced as necessary and owners will be provided with safety information stressing the importance of proper maintenance.
A failure of this component (powertrain) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain ATV's, if the steering wheel is turned to the full-lock position, the shock of striking an object with one of the front wheels can fracture the front steering knuckle even if the vehicle speed is not excessive. The fracture occurs between the junction with the steering tie rod and the wheel, and will result in loss of steering control to one front wheel of the vehicle. Correction: Upper steering stop bolts will be replaced with rubber dampers. Some models will receive a modification to the lower steering stop mounting bracket if they are so equipped.
A failure of this component (steering) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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