1997 Kawasaki Vulcan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Vulcan years
- Not enough data 4th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan. That ranks 4th out of 14 Vulcan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 57%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 57% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Kawasaki Vulcan recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:manual transmission
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. An improperly manufactured transmission gear can cause weakening and eventual breakage of an adjacent gear.
Risk: Gear breakage can result in transmission lockup, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these motorcycles and repair affected units.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Bearings in starter missing upon delivery, brand new. *ak
Oil pump gear failed - had traffic been heavy engine could have siezed up before i could safely stop
Many oil pump gears have failed on this year/model. Someone may get killed if they are not made to replace these. *ak
The clutch slipped and failed at 12000 miles, which seemed premature. I replaced it myself and now the replacement is beginning to slip at 25000 miles. My experience in operating motorcycles is about 21 years. My riding habits are normal with no unusual usage (ie. Racing, competitions, etc.)…
Rear brakes failed without warning. Dealer has rebuilt the master cylinder and other parts, and the problem still exists. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak
Other Kawasaki Vulcan years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Vulcan | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Vulcan | 5 | 1 |
| 2006 Vulcan | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 Vulcan | 6 | 0 |
| 2004 Vulcan | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 Vulcan | 8 | 1 |
| 2002 Vulcan | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 Vulcan | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 Vulcan | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 Vulcan | 8 | 0 |
| 1998 Vulcan | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | 7 | 1 |
| 1996 Vulcan | 9 | 0 |
| 1995 Vulcan | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vulcan model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.