While riding motorcycle there was serious vibration running through the handle bar and foot rest. Vibration in the handle bar affected the control of the motorcycle while riding. Dealer informed consumer that motor mounts were defective.
The worst 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6 problems
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Recalls 3
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
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, accelerator pump diaphragms may be damaged from excessive assembly clamping pressure, which can allow fuel to leak from the pump actuating rod area.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on january 20, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1‑949‑770‑0400.
Recall number 04V008000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, contaminated fuel used during the final engine inspection process may have caused deterioration of the carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm, which could lead to fuel leakage from the accelerator pump chamber.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1‑866‑802‑9381.
Recall number 03V255000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6
Is the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6, close to a typical Vn1500-E6 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6 have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-E6 engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V023000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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