CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (4 reports).
1997 Kawasaki Vulcan recalls
Most common 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
BEARINGS IN STARTER MISSING UPON DELIVERY, BRAND NEW. *AK
MANY OIL PUMP GEARS HAVE FAILED ON THIS YEAR/MODEL. SOMEONE MAY GET KILLED IF THEY ARE NOT MADE TO REPLACE THESE. *AK
OIL PUMP GEAR FAILED - HAD TRAFFIC BEEN HEAVY ENGINE COULD HAVE SIEZED UP BEFORE I COULD SAFELY STOP
THE CLUTCH SLIPPED AND FAILED AT 12000 MILES, WHICH SEEMED PREMATURE. I REPLACED IT MYSELF AND NOW THE REPLACEMENT IS BEGINNING TO SLIP AT 25000 MILES. MY EXPERIENCE IN OPERATING MOTORCYCLES IS ABOUT 21 YEARS. MY RIDING HABITS ARE NORMAL WITH NO UNUSUAL USAGE (IE. RACING, COMPETITIONS, ETC.). CLUTCH FAILURE IS PREMATURE , WHICH I BELIEVE IS DUE TO POOR DESIGN. PLEASE INVESTIGATE AND CONTACT ME WITH RESULTS. I DID NOT HAVE THE VIN AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS WRITING; HOWEVER, PLEASE CALL ME IF IT IS ESSENTIAL.*AK
REAR BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER HAS REBUILT THE MASTER CYLINDER AND OTHER PARTS, AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
1997 Kawasaki Vulcan questions
Does the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan: Power Train:Manual Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan 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.