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Network/ Canada/ Kawasaki/ 2000259

Kawasaki · Canada · High

Kawasaki KVF400, KVF300: Powertrain

Affects Kawasaki KVF400, KVF300 · 1997–2001 — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational