Kawasaki VN800-A1 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1995–1999: 1 recall campaign and 1 owner complaint. Pick a model year.
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Power Train #95V096000 · 1995 · 12,322 units
Problem: The drive chains have been improperly heat-treated during the manufacturing process. exposure to corrosive conditions can cause the chain side plates to crack and ultimately fail.
Risk: This condition could result in a loss of control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the drive chains on the motorcycles involved in this recall.
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