CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).
2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1997 Kawasaki VN1500 recalls
Most common 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP AFTER CHANGING INTO 2ND GEAR AFTER LEAVING A STOP... KAWASAKI HAD A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM FOR CERTAIN BIKES THIS SAME YEAR BUT TELL ME THAT MY BIKE DOES NOT ONE OF THE BIKES UNDER THE RECALL. ONLY 25,600 MILES ON THE BIKE.
TIRE SHOULD CARRY 28 PSI. CCCCONSUMER CALLED DUNLOP MANUFACTURER, AND DUNLOP STATED THAT TIRE SHOULD HAVE 35 TO 40 PSI. TIRES MAKE SIDEWALL WEAR BEFORE CENTER.*AK
1997 Kawasaki VN1500 questions
Does the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500: Power Train:Manual Transmission; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Kawasaki VN1500?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Kawasaki VN1500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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