Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. | NHTSA Recall #07V235000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V235000 by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.. Includes 155 affected units, REAR SHOCK MOUNT WELD, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the top mount for the single rear shock is spot welded in position during frame manufacture, then is supposed to be completely welded to the frame in a subsequent operation. in a small number of frames, it appears this subsequent welding operation was not performed.

Corrective Action

All owners have been contacted and arrangements have been made to repair their motorcycles. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V235000

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

Report Received Date: 2007-06-11T00:00:00

Subject: Rear shock mount weld

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 155

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motorcycles, the top mount for the single rear shock is spot welded in position during frame manufacture, then is supposed to be completely welded to the frame in a subsequent operation. in a small number of frames, it appears this subsequent welding operation was not performed.

Consequence Summary: The welding may become loose while the motorcycle is in motion increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: All owners have been contacted and arrangements have been made to repair their motorcycles. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-72kb~w7cw_sd6s

NHTSA ID: 07V235000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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