Recall 97V007000: 1996–1997 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic and 1 other model

Report received

Jan 15, 1997

Manufacturer

Kawasaki motors corp.

Potentially affected

5,208vehicles

Model years

1996–1997

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

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.

Possible consequence

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1996 Kawasaki VN15001 complaints
• 1997 Kawasaki VN15002 complaints
• 1996 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic2 complaints
• 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic6 complaints