NHTSA Recall 08V048000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V048000; Date: Jan. 31, 2008
The carrier platform and luggage system could become detached from the vehicle, creating the potential for a crash which could result 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:: 3,336
Recall Summary:
Kawasaki is recalling 3,611 my 2008 zg1400a8f, zg1400a8fl, zg1400b8f, and zg1400b8fl motorcycles. The rear carrier platform could break if a kawasaki genuine accessory luggage system is installed on the carrier platform and a passenger leans against it.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear carrier platform if necessary. 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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