2024 Kawasaki Mule PRO 1000 Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 23, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record for the consumer safety database.

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Recall Information Record
Database ID: 10010
Recall Number: 24312
Date Published: 2024-07-25

1. Recall Summary
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling approximately 19,100 units of 2024 Mule PRO-FX™ 1000, PRO-FXR™ 1000, and PRO-FXT™ 1000 off-highway utility vehicles. The recall was initiated due to a fire hazard identified during engine start-up. The vehicles were manufactured in the United States by Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A., of Lincoln, Neb., and distributed by Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Foothill Ranch, Calif.

2. Affected Products
The recall involves the following 2024 model year Kawasaki Mule PRO 1000 series four-wheel, off-highway utility vehicles. The vehicles were sold in the following colors: Metallic Sierra Blue, Metallic Onyx Black, Firecracker Red, Ice Gray, TRUETIMBER® Strata, Metallic Titanium, and Metallic Stardust White. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the forward frame rail below the seat. The model name and model code are printed on the owner’s manual.

The specific models, model numbers, and VIN ranges are as follows:
– MULE PRO-FXT 1000 LE (Model: KAT1000ARFNN / ARFNL) – VIN: JKAATCA12RB500001
– MULE PRO-FX 1000 HD Edition (Model: KAF1000LRFNN/LRFNL) – VIN: JKAAFCL17RB500001
– MULE PRO-FXR 1000 (Model: KAF1000MRFNN/MRFNL) – VIN: JKAAFCM19RB500001
– MULE PRO-FXR 1000 LE (Model: KAF1000NRFNN/NRFNL) – VIN: JKAAFCN10RB500001
– MULE PRO-FXT 1000 LE Camo (Model: KAT1000BRFNN/BRFNL) – VIN: JKAATCB14RB500001
– MULE PRO-FXT 1000 LE Ranch Edition (Model: KAT1000CRFNN/CRFNL) – VIN: JKAATCC16RB500001
– MULE PRO-FXT 1000 Platinum Ranch Edition (Model: KAT1000DRFNN/DRFNL) – VIN: JKAATCD18RB500001

The vehicles were sold at Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2023 through April 2024 for retail prices ranging from $15,100 to $21,900. Assembly dates for the recalled units are listed as May 9, 2023; May 10, 2023; May 16, 2023; and May 23, 2023.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard associated with this recall is that improper combustion can occur when starting the engine, posing a fire hazard. Kawasaki has received three reports of fires occurring during engine start-up. No injuries have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers must contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a free repair. A Kawasaki technician will reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and install a sub-harness on the vehicle. No other remedy options are specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
For additional information, consumers can contact Kawasaki toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also visit the Kawasaki recall website at www.kawasaki.com/en-us/owner-center/recalls or go to www.kawasaki.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.

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