Kawasaki FT730V-EFI Lawn Mower Engines Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 19, 2026

Recall Information Record: Kawasaki FT730V-EFI Lawn Mower Engines

1. Recall Summary
This recall involves Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series engines used in riding lawn mowers sold under the Ferris and SCAG brand names. The recall was announced on March 23, 2023, by Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA. The recall number is 23163. The engines are model year 2018 through 2022. The recall was initiated due to a hazard involving the high-pressure fuel line. Approximately 33,100 units are affected in the United States.

2. Affected Products
The recalled products are Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series engines. These engines are installed on the following riding lawn mower models:
– Ferris brand: IS 700Z ZTR, ISX 800Z ZTR, and ISX 2200Z ZTR.
– SCAG brand: Tiger Cat II and V-Ride II.

The recalled engines are model year 2018 through 2022 Kawasaki FT730V-EFI series. The text “Kawasaki FT730V EFI” is printed on the engine air filter cover. The engine model and serial number are located on the engine fan housing. The specific model numbers and serial number ranges included in this recall are:
– Model Number: FT730V
– Specification Numbers: AS41, BS41, CS41, DS41, AS42, BS42, CS42, DS42
– Engine Serial Number Range: FT730VA00107 through FT730VA66205

The engines were sold on mowers that were available at Kawasaki, Ferris, and SCAG dealers nationwide from November 2017 through September 2022. The mowers with these engines were sold for between $8,000 and $13,000.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard involves the high-pressure fuel line. According to the recall notice, the high-pressure fuel line can become damaged by contact with the fuel pump cover. This damage can cause a fuel leak, which poses burn and fire hazards. Kawasaki has received four reports of incidents involving the high-pressure fuel lines leaking, including one fire. No injuries have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using mowers with the recalled engines. Consumers should contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. Kawasaki is contacting all known purchasers directly.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a free repair. Consumers are instructed to contact Kawasaki or a Kawasaki dealer to schedule this repair. No other remedy options (such as refund or replacement) are specified in the recall notice.

6. Contact Information
Consumers can contact Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA toll-free at 866-836-4463 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the Kawasaki website at www.kawasakienginesusa.com/product-recall.html or www.kawasakienginesusa.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the top of the homepage for more information.

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