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1999 Kawasaki Drifter and Kawasaki VN1500 recall: fuel injection system

Kawasaki Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on April 6, 1999. It covers about 2,779 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,779
reported
Apr 6, 1999
owners notified
Apr 9, 1999

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system

What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles (vn1500-j1/l) equipped with a digital fuel injection system and a vehicle-down sensor. This feature is designed to prevent the fuel injection system from continuing to pump fuel if the motorcycle falls down, by shutting off the ignition and fuel injection pump. During battery maintenance, the vehicle-down sensor can be dislodged from its normal mounted position. If the sensor is out of position, the motorcycle may not start or may stall during certain driving maneuvers.
Risk
If the sensor is not correctly installed, the engine can crank but not start or the engine could stop during certain riding situations, like leaning over in a turn. Sudden loss of engine power could cause the operator to lose their balance resulting in injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for proper mounting of the sensor and re-install if it is not in the correct position. Dealers will also affix to the motorcycle frame, a warning label that provides instructions on repositioning the vehicle-down sensor after servicing the battery.

Recall number 99V067000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V067000

Is there a recall on the 1999 Kawasaki Drifter and Kawasaki VN1500 fuel injection system?

Yes. Recall 99V067000, reported on April 6, 1999, covers about 2,779 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V067000?

Dealers will inspect for proper mounting of the sensor and re-install if it is not in the correct position. Dealers will also affix to the motorcycle frame, a warning label that provides instructions on repositioning the vehicle-down sensor after servicing the battery.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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