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NHTSA Recall 04V367000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,019 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kawasaki VN2000 A1.

3,019
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2004
owners notified (August 2)
NHTSA campaign04V367000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedJuly 30, 2004
Owner notificationAugust 2, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the front brake hose can become trapped between the front fork and fender, with subsequent motion of the front suspension abrading the brake hose.

Safety risk

Continued use of the motorcycle with the brake hose trapped in this position could cause a brake fluid leak creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will add a bracket to support the brake hoses, and prevent them from inadvertently being pushed forward into the fender/fork interface area. The recall began on august 2, 2004. 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 04V367000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki VN2000 A12004
Kawasaki VN2000 A1-L2004
Kawasaki Vulcan 20002004

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.