2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500. The part named most often is suspension, with 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and tires (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension4 67%
- Engine cooling1 17%
- Tires1 17%
Example complaints
Suspension: “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. The front tire failed and caused the bike to fall. The consumer has made repeated complaints about the font tire since purchase. Scc”
NHTSA complaint #10014577, filed 2003-03Engine cooling: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #10044218, filed 2003-10Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500.
Other model years of the Kawasaki Vulcan 1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 7 | 9,965 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.