Tl*the contact owns a 2003 kawasaki nomad fl. There was a manufacturer recall for the engine rocker arm cover that was leaking oil. The dealer took the engine apart in order to perform the repair. After the repair was made, the engine had loose bolts and a disconnected radiator hose. The radiator was also leaking and the vehicle would not start. The contact pushed it down a hill in an attempt to pop the clutch and start the vehicle. He was unsuccessful and the vehicle crashed into a guardrail. The contact was pinned between the vehicle and the guardrail. He sustained an injured hip. The right side of the vehicle was damaged. The purchase date and recall number were unknown. The failure mileage was 24,000 and current mileage was 29,000.
The worst 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL problems
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Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- This could cause oil to leak from the oil filter, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the oil filter. Owner notification began on february 2, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1‑949‑770‑0400.
Recall number 04V023000 · Recall details
What 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the stationary top part of the windshield fractured while driving 60 MPH. The service dealer replaced the affected part of the windshield, however after a month it fractured one more time. The safety issue was that the windshield could break into pieces while riding. Updated 8/7/2006 -
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Questions about the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL
Is the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL, close to a typical Nomad FL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).
How many recalls does the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V023000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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