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NHTSA Recall 03V139000: Headlights (exterior lighting)

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 750 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kawasaki EJ650-E3.

750
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2003
owners notified (April 14)
NHTSA campaign03V139000
Manufacturer campaignMC 03-04
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS
Report receivedApril 7, 2003
Owner notificationApril 14, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the connector plug supplying power to the headlamp might not be fully installed on the prongs of the bulb.

Safety risk

This could cause the plug to become dislodged from the headlamp, resulting in a loss of forward lighting, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will ensure the connector is properly seated on the bulb prongs. If any components are damaged, the dealer will replace them. Owner notification began on april 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Notes

Kawasaki recall no. Mc 03-04. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V139000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki EJ650-E32001
Kawasaki EJ650-E3L2001

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.