Reported May 15, 199512,322 vehicles affectedKAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
The defect
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.
The risk
This condition could result in a loss of control of the motorcycle.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the drive chains on the motorcycles involved in this recall.
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.