Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 (2009) – 09V072000

Defect Description For Recall

Kawasaki Is Recalling 18 My 2009 Vulcan 2000 Motorcycles. These Motorcycles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.” The Headlamp Assembly Includes Multiple Bulb And Lens Elements. The Noncompliant Headlamps Were Assembled With Lenses Incorrectly Positioned, AffeCTIng Photometric Performance.

Make Of Vehicle

KAWASAKI

Model Of Vehicle

VULCAN 2000

Year

2009

Recall Campaign Number

09V072000

Component Description

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Effect Of Defect

Inadequate Lighting Could Reduce Visibility Of Motorcycle Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Inspect The Headlights And Replace It Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 13, 2009. Owners May Contact Kawasaki At 866-802-9381.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Start Of Manufacture

20080829

End Of Manufacture

20081202

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

18

Date Owners Notified

20090313

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Date Report Received

20090306

Make Campaign Number

MC 09-05

Part Number

571

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard

108