NHTSA recall 07V216000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Kawasaki VN1600-A1 and 1 more
Reported May 17, 20074,352 vehicles affectedKAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.Built Dec 13, 2002 – Apr 7, 2003
The defect
On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank IS mounted to the chassis by means of tabs that are spot welded to the tank, then braised/welded around a portion of their circumference.
The risk
Under certain conditions, repeated stress can crack the tank at the location of the tabs, and allow fuel to leak.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. the recall began on june 25, 2007. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.