2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
6 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
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- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving about 55 mph on the highway motorcycle stalled. driver tried to restart the motorcycle, but it wouldn't turn over he walked the motorcycle over to the shoulder. Then it was towed to the dealership. but the mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *Ak
- Suspension › Front · Tires
The front end of the motorcycle made a loud noise. upon inspection of the motorcycle by the dealership, they indicated the front wheel was wobbling and the spacer bar was mobile also. the spacer bar was tightened, however 2 weeks later, the front end seized up and the bike flipped over. *jb…
The front end of the motorcycle made a loud noise. upon inspection of the motorcycle by the dealership, they indicated the front wheel was wobbling and the spacer bar was mobile also. the spacer bar was tightened, however 2 weeks later, the front end seized up and the bike flipped over. *jb the front tire failed and caused the bike to fall. the consumer has made repeated complaints about the font tire since purchase. scc
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Welding to drive shaft was improperly done resulting in a rear end click noise. *tt
- Suspension › Rear
Consumer called complaining about having problem with the drive shaft. Please provide further information. Ts
- Suspension › Rear
Rear end IS making a popping and clicking noises while driving. Vehicle been to dealer, and problem IS still occurring. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Suspension
While driving 30mph heard clunking noise. When hitting pothole noise stopped. .Dealer notified, and said nothing was wrong. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 623150On eligible units coolant can seep out of the coolant reserve tank because the rubber cap does not seal properly against the filler neck. Nlm
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