There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,651 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 15,000 miles · reported Mar 26, 2021
I took my 2006 kawasaki in to get serviced and they told me my gas tank was leaking from the bottom left side (Sitting on the bike) of the tank. After further investigation I found others out there with the same issue. Vulcan forums and vulcan riders association both have people reporting the same issue. In 2003 kawasaki issued a recall for the tanks but didn't go up to my year.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 17,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2010
The contact owns a 2006 kawasaki nomad vn1660d6f. The contact stated that the engine stalled when the clutch was engaged due to an improper setting of the engine control unit (Ecu). This is the same consequence stated in recall #10v507000 for the service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages. The contact called the manufacturer regarding this issue and the manufacturer stated since the warranty expired that there was nothing they could do. The contact stated this was a manufacturer's defect that should be addressed. The failure mileage was 17,000.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 15,651 miles · reported Aug 11, 2008
This failure is on the gas tank of a 2006 kawasaki nomad 1600. Raw fuel is leaking out of the gas tank at the bottom most portion of the tank by the brackets that are welded to the tank to secure it to the frame of the motorcycle. This is the same problem that the 2003 kawasaki 1600 line of motorcycles was recall for in 2007. This bike was manufactured in 10/2005, two years before the recall of the 2003 model year kawasakis. The defect that was recalled on the 2003 kawasakis is exactly the same defect that I AM know having on my motorcycle and believe the tank was constructed in exactly the…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 350 miles · reported Mar 20, 2006
Gas leak at top of tank around filler neck. Leak remains until tank is only 1/4-1/3 full. Seems to come from vent hole on right side of filler, under cap. This leak may have ruined the paint finish as well.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Kawasaki VN1600D6F?
Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,651 miles.
Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.