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1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 problems & recalls

NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500.

0recalls
7owner complaints
0reported crashes
0reported fires
0injuries

Recalls

No recalls in NHTSA records for this model year.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners complain about

Unknown Or Other2
Power Train2
Suspension1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Engine1

Components named in 7 NHTSA owner complaints, median 9,965 miles. Complaints are unverified.

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Specs

Specs coming soon. We only publish specs taken from the manufacturer's own spec sheets.

Other years

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FAQ

Does the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500.

What are the most common 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 problems?

In 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is unknown or other.