NHTSA recall 09V072000
Exterior Lighting · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Details
What's wrong: These motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The headlamp assembly includes multiple bulb and lens elements. The noncompliant headlamps were assembled with lenses incorrectly positioned, affecting photometric performance.
Why it matters: Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights and replace it free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2009.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 09V072000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.