NHTSA Recall 04V023000: Engine and engine cooling
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,958 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Kawasaki Nomad FL.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V023000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MC04-04 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | January 12, 2004 |
| Owner notification | February 2, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 2003 vulcan 1500 classic, 1500 drifter, 2003-2004 1500 mean streak, 2003 1600 classic, and 2003-2004 nomad fl model motorcycles, high oil pressure upon a cold start-up can deform the oil filter cartridge.
Safety risk
This could cause oil to leak from the oil filter, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the oil filter. Owner notification began on february 2, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.
Notes
Kawasaki recall no. Mc04-04.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 04V023000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki Nomad FL | 2003, 2004 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-E6 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-L4 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-L4L | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-L5 | 2004 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-L5L | 2004 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-P2 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-P2L | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-R3 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1500-R3L | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1600-A1 | 2003 |
| Kawasaki VN1600-A1L | 2003 |
| Kawasaki Vulcan | 2003, 2004 |
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.