Defect Description For Recall
The Bolt Which Secures The Drive Chain Sprocket To The Transmission Output Shaft May Loosen During Normal Operation. If This Bolt Comes Loose, The Sprocket May Separate From The Shaft, Resulting In Lock-Up Of Rear Wheel.
Make Of Vehicle
KAWASAKI
Model Of Vehicle
KZ1000
Year
1981
Recall Campaign Number
81V119000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Ensure That The Proper Torque (58 Ft. Lb.) Is Applied To The Bolt And A System Of Interlocking Washers Will Be Installed To Prevent The Bolt From Loosening. This Will Be Done Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
14677
Date Owners Notified
19811201
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Date Report Received
19811007