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NHTSA Recall 07V216000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,352 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kawasaki VN1600-A1.

4,352
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2007
owners notified (June 25)
NHTSA campaign07V216000
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report receivedMay 17, 2007
Owner notificationJune 25, 2007
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank is mounted to the chassis by means of tabs that are spot welded to the tank, then braised/welded around a portion of their circumference.

Safety risk

Under certain conditions, repeated stress can crack the tank at the location of the tabs, and allow fuel to leak.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on june 25, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationcustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 07V216000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki VN1600-A12003
Kawasaki VN1600-A1L2003

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.