2009 Kawasaki Vulcan recalls
Reported Oct 19, 2010 · 6,187 vehicles affected · KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 vulcan motorcycles. The engine may stall if the rider is coasting with the clutch pulled in due to an improper setting of the engine control unit (Ecu).
Risk: Engine stalling could create a potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ECU with one containing revised settings to address the engine stalling. The safety recall began on november 1, 2010. Owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department at 1-866-802-9381.
2009 Kawasaki Vulcan problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Driveline — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Sep 9, 2013
2009 kawasaki vulcan. Consumer writes in regards to engine stalling recall notice. The consumer stated he took the motorcycle back to the dealer several times, due to the stalling issue. Finally, while riding the bike one day, it stalled again. Only this time, the consumer had an accident, and was thrown off the motorcycle. The consumer suffered injuries. Recall# 10v507000.
Engine · at 1,000 miles · reported Jul 29, 2013
The contact owns a 2009 kawasaki vulcan 1700 voyager motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding the bike, there was a loud whistling noise emitted continuously. The bike was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician informed the contact that the engine under drive pulley and belt would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000. Updated 09/05/13 the consumer was informed the drive belt, engine pulley and rear tire pulley were bad, which was caused by dirt, and the manufacturer refused to cover the…
Power Train · reported Sep 16, 2011
The contact owns a 2009 kawasaki vulcan. The contact stated that the vehicle would become stuck in third and fifth gears, causing difficulty when attempting to brake. The contact would have to pop the vehicle out of gear and re-engage. The dealer adjusted the clutch in an attempt to correct the failure but to no avail. The dealer was made unable to diagnose the failure. The failure mileage was 1 and the current mileage was 400.
Power Train · at 6,100 miles · reported Nov 24, 2010
The contact owns a 2009 kawasaki vulcan. While the vehicle was being serviced, the contact was informed that the drive belt had a cut in it length-wise. The reason for the cut was that there was no protective shield for the top portion of the drive belt. The contact stated that a rock lodged in the front housing trapped the rock causing it to cut the belt. The dealer stated that the failure was a design flat. The current and failure mileages were approximately 6,100.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 400 miles · reported Nov 21, 2010
The kawasaki vulcan 1700 voyager - 2009 generates excessive heat. I received second degree burns from it. Kawasaki admitted there was a problem and provided a heat shield kit that did nothing to reduce the heat but moved it to the passenger-rider. Kawasaki has done nothing to this model year motorcycle to fix the heat problem. Riders of this bike still complain about the heat, see most any forum discussing this motorcycle for many complaints and specifically kawasaki's unwillingness to admit that they can not or will not fix the problem. In the 2010 model advertising campaign they claim to…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan: 10V-507 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan?
Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,000 miles.
Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.