NHTSA Recall 08V473000: Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 604 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kawasaki VN900B9F.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V473000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Report received | September 18, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 26, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki is recalling 604 my 2008 vulcan vn900c8f, vn900d8f, and my 2009 vn900b9f, and vn900b9fl motorcycles. Fuel can leak from between the tank filler neck and the fuel cap gasket.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on september 26, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400. Note: some spare part replacement fuel tanks are involved in this campaign. The following motorcycle models may have had one of these replacement fuel tanks installed: my 2006 vn900b6f, vn900d6f, my 2007 vn900c7f, vn900d7f, my 2008 vn900b8f, vn900c8f, vn900d8f, and my 2009 vn900b9f motorcycles. Please contact your dealer if you have any questions or concerns about these replacement fuel tanks.
Notes
Customers 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 08V473000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki VN900B9F | 2009 |
| Kawasaki VN900B9FL | 2009 |
| Kawasaki VN900C8F | 2008 |
| Kawasaki VN900D8F | 2008 |
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.