Recall 04V023000: 2003–2004 Kawasaki VN1500 and 6 other models
- Report received
- Jan 12, 2004
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a.
- Potentially affected
- 6,958vehicles
- Model years
- 2003–2004
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2003 Kawasaki Nomad FL2 complaints
- 2004 Kawasaki Nomad FL2 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki VN15000 complaints
- 2004 Kawasaki VN15000 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki VN1500-E61 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki VN1500-L42 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki VN1500-P21 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A15 complaints
- 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan8 complaints
- 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.