NHTSA Recall 95V096000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V096000; Date: May. 15, 1995
This condition could result in a loss of control of the motorcycle.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Kawasaki Ninja; 1995 Kawasaki Vn800-a1; 1995 Kawasaki Vn800-a1l; 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-c8; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-c8l; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-e3; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-e3l; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-f1; 1995 Kawasaki Zx600-f1l; 1995 Kawasaki Zx750-l3; 1995 Kawasaki Zx750-l3l
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 12,322
Recall Summary:
The drive chains have been improperly heat-treated during the manufacturing process. Exposure to corrosive conditions can cause the chain side plates to crack and ultimately fail.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the drive chains on the motorcycles involved in this recall.
Recall Notes:
System: powertrain; driveline; shaft chain. Vehicle description: motorcycles. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact kawasaki at 1-714-770-0400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 5, 1995
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