2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 1997-01-21
Description
Pressure on the battery ground lead (the crimped and soldered termination of the battery cable) from the base of the operator's seat can cause the battery terminal to short out inside the battery.
Consequence
This condition could disable the battery and the motorcycle's electrical system increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the existing battery cables with a newly designed cable and inspect the battery to verify that no damage has occurred.
Notes
Owner notification began february 1, 1997.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy withina reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-714-770-0400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 1997-12-19
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. An improperly manufactured transmission gear can cause weakening and eventual breakage of an adjacent gear.
Consequence
Gear breakage can result in transmission lockup, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect these motorcycles and repair affected units.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during late december 1997.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-714-770-0400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.