Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. | NHTSA Recall #04V023000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V023000 by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.. Includes 6,958 affected units, KAWASAKI/OIL FILTER, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain 2003 vulcan 1500 classic, 1500 drifter, 2003-2004 1500 mean streak, 2003 1600 classic, and 2003-2004 nomad fl model motorcycles, high oil pressure upon a cold start-up can deform the oil filter cartridge.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the oil filter. owner notification began on february 2, 2004. owners should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V023000

Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.

Report Received Date: 2004-01-12T00:00:00

Subject: Kawasaki/oil filter

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 6,958

Details

MFR Campaign Number: MC04-04

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain 2003 vulcan 1500 classic, 1500 drifter, 2003-2004 1500 mean streak, 2003 1600 classic, and 2003-2004 nomad fl model motorcycles, high oil pressure upon a cold start-up can deform the oil filter cartridge.

Consequence Summary: This could cause oil to leak from the oil filter, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the oil filter. owner notification began on february 2, 2004. owners should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-i843-nhwh_wegi

NHTSA ID: 04V023000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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