While driving about 55 MPH on the highway motorcycle stalled. Driver tried to restart the motorcycle, but it wouldn't turn over he walked the motorcycle over to the shoulder. Then it was towed to the dealership. But the mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
The worst 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension4
- Engine1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
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- Suspension4
- Engine1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The front end of the motorcycle made a loud noise. Upon inspection of the motorcycle by the dealership, they indicated the front wheel was wobbling and the spacer bar was mobile also. The spacer bar was tightened, however 2 weeks later, the front end seized up and the bike flipped over. *jb the front tire failed and caused the bike to fall. The consumer has made repeated complaints about the font tire since purchase. Scc
Consumer called complaining about having problem with the drive shaft. Please provide further information. Ts
Welding to drive shaft was improperly done resulting in a rear end click noise.
Rear end is making a popping and clicking noises while driving. Vehicle been to dealer, and problem is still occurring. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
While driving 30mph heard clunking noise. When hitting pothole noise stopped. .dealer notified, and said nothing was wrong.
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Questions about the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500
Is the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500, close to a typical Vulcan 1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500?
Suspension, with 4 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 have?
No recalls on record.
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