2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VN1600-A1L years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: 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.
Risk: Under certain conditions, repeated stress can crack the tank at the location of the tabs, and allow fuel to leak.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on june 25, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the muffler brackets could crack allowing the muffler to become loose and potentially separate from the main exhaust pipes.
Risk: This could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reinforce the muffler brackets. Owner notification began on february 17, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: 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.
Risk: This could cause oil to leak from the oil filter, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil filter. Owner notification began on february 2, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Other Kawasaki VN1600-A1L years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Kawasaki VN1600-A1L a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN1600-A1L model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.