1997 Kawasaki VN1500 recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500, covering 5,752 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. An improperly manufactured transmission gear can cause weakening and eventual breakage of an adjacent gear.
- Risk
- Gear breakage can result in transmission lockup, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these motorcycles and repair affected units.
Recall number 97V233000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Pressure on the battery ground lead (the crimped and soldered termination of the battery cable) from the base of the operator's seat can cause the battery terminal to short out inside the battery.
- Risk
- This condition could disable the battery and the motorcycle's electrical system increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing battery cables with a newly designed cable and inspect the battery to verify that no damage has occurred.
Recall number 97V007000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 recalls
How do I check if my 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 have?
2, covering power train and electrical system.
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