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Motorcycle Recall - Kawasaki

NHTSA Campaign ID:  06V184000
Component:  Structure
Manufacturer:  Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Recall Date: 05/26/2006
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2167
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the bolts holding the vehicle down sensor may come loose and allow the sensor to fall out of its mounting bracket.
Consequence Summary:
If the bolts loosen and the vehicle down sensor comes out of its bracket, the engine may stop during the vehicle operation creating the potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will tighten the vehicle down sensor mounting bolts to the proper torque free of charge. Te recall is expected to begin on May 26, 2006. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 866-802-9381.

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