NHTSA Recall 08V047000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V047000; Date: Jan. 31, 2008
Continued use of the vehicle with either saddlebag latch broken can result in the saddlebag coming free of its mount during vehicle operation, creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Kawasaki Zg1400a8f; 2008 Kawasaki Zg1400a8fl; 2008 Kawasaki Zg1400b8f; 2008 Kawasaki Zg1400b8fl
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp. , U. S. A.
Affected Units:: 4,645
Recall Summary:
Kawasaki is recalling 4,645 my 2008 zg1400a8f, zg1400a8fl, zg1400b8f, and zg1400b8fl motorcycles. The pivot pin for the latches that secure the saddlebags to the vehicle can break if force is applied to either saddlebag such as in the event the vehicle falls over while parked or if the saddlebag is improperly attached.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the saddlebag latch assemblies free of charge with reinforced latches. The recall began on February 4, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.
Recall Notes:
Customers 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 4, 2008
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