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Kawasaki VN800-A1L problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 1995–1995: 1 recall campaign and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

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199510

Recent recalls

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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