NHTSA Recall 03V255000: Carburetor system (fuel system)
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 405 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kawasaki VN1500-E6.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V255000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › CARBURETOR SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 24, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 29, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, contaminated fuel used during the final engine inspection process may have caused deterioration of the carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm, which could lead to fuel leakage from the accelerator pump chamber.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
Notes
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 03V255000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki VN1500-E6 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-E7 | 2004 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-E7L | 2004 |
| Kawasaki VN800-B8 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN800-B8L | 2003 |
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.