Kawasaki Motors Recalls 70,000 Engines Due to Fire Hazard

Recalls are never fun. As a consumer, whenever a recall is announced, it’s vital to check to see if any of the products you own are on the list. If they are, it’s important to follow the steps laid out by the manufacturer to return, repair, or replace them and keep you and your family safe. On June 5, Kawasaki Motors USA announced a recall of certain engines in their lawn and garden equipment.

Kawasaki Motors USA has recalled over 68,500 engines in the United States and a further 900 in Canada due to the fact that these engines are prone to dangerous overheating. Read on as we explain which engines have been recalled, why, and what to do if you own one.

Which Kawasaki Engines Are Recalled?

According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall impacts the following Kawasaki Motors USA lawn and garden equipment brands:

• Bad Boy Mowers
• BigDog
• Bobcat
• Cub Cadet
• Hustler
• John Deere
• Kubota

If you purchased any equipment on this list between April 2021 and December 2023, it’s likely included in the recall.

Why Are These Kawasaki Engines Recalled?

The engines on the recall list have a tendency to overheat and run the risk of burning the operator. In some cases, they have even caught fire.

Don’t ignore this Kawasaki Motors USA recall. If you or your loved ones are injured or the engine catches fire, it will be a much more expensive fix than simply dealing with the recall in a timely manner.

How Do I Check for Recalls on My Equipment?

Check the Kawasaki Engines USA Recall page to see if your vehicle has one of the impacted engines. Kawasaki has included the full list of equipment that has the faulty engines there, as well as the relevant phone numbers and contact information depending on your specific equipment.

What Should I Do If I Have a Recalled Kawasaki Engine?

If your equipment is on the recall list, follow the steps on the Kawasaki website to get in contact with the manufacture and schedule a repair ASAP. The service department should be able to correct the issue for you.