NHTSA recall 97V233000
Power Train · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
December 16, 1997report date
544units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: An improperly manufactured transmission gear can cause weakening and eventual breakage of an adjacent gear.
Why it matters: Gear breakage can result in transmission lockup, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle.
The fix: Dealers will inspect these motorcycles and repair affected units.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Kawasaki Vn1500, 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V233000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.