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  NHTSA Recall 83V087000

NHTSA Campaign Id 83V087000; Date: Sep. 6, 1983

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1983 Kawasaki KZ750

Component: Wheels:center Section

Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp.

Affected Units:: 1,301

icon3 Recall Summary:

Due to a manufacturing defect, the front wheel may develop cracks near the connection of spokes and the hub. Continued use could result in complete wheel failure.

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealer will inspect for the defect and replace the wheel if necessary.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: suspension; front wheels. Consequences of defect: if wheel failure occurs during vehicle operation, therider could lose control and have an accident. Note: owners are advised not to ride motorcycles prior to inspection andcorrection of the defect.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 1983

Also see:

All recalls of Kawasaki vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.