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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 04V063📅 Feb 20, 2004

2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1 & 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L + 2 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motorcycles, the muffler brackets could crack allowing the muffler to become loose and potentially separate from the main exhaust pipes.

💥 The risk

This could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will reinforce the muffler brackets. Owner notification began on february 17, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V063000
Manufacturer
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Vehicles affected
5,850
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Owner phone
1-866-802-9381
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 17, 2004
Built
Oct 1, 2002 – Nov 30, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V063 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V063?

2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1 & 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L + 2 more. 5,850 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Kawasaki dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-802-9381.