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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
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Is the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-R3 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-R3.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-R3?
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How many recalls does the 2003 Kawasaki Vn1500-R3 have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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