NHTSA Recall 99V338000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V338000; Date: Dec. 7, 1999
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 2,800
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel hose from the fuel filter to the throttle assembly can rub against the bottom of the fuel pump plate and develop a leak.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the fuel hose with a molded hose that curves away from the fuel pump plate. Also, a new bracket and grommet will be added to hold the new hose in position. The fuel return hose will also be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began December 2, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 2, 1999
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