Recall 07V-216: 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1, 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 17, 2007, covering about 4,352 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-216
Report date
May 17, 2007
Vehicles affected
4,352
Owners notified
Jun 25, 2007

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank is mounted to the chassis by means of tabs that are spot welded to the tank, then braised/welded around a portion of their circumference.

The risk

Under certain conditions, repeated stress can crack the tank at the location of the tabs, and allow fuel to leak.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on june 25, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationcustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number07V216000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kawasaki VN1600-A12003All years
Kawasaki VN1600-A1L2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 07V-216?

On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank is mounted to the chassis by means of tabs that are spot welded to the tank, then braised/welded around a portion of their circumference.

How is recall 07V-216 fixed?

Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on june 25, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.