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2000 Kawasaki Vulcan recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Kawasaki Vulcan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1
Electrical System1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Carburetor System — 1
  • Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 1
  • Electrical System › Horn — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · reported Sep 16, 2009
2000 kawasaki vulcan--1500 tire started to go flat while driving on the ohio turnpike. Driver steered the motorcycle off the road where it threw both passengers. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0580-89
Electrical System · at 15,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2005
When kawasaki vulcan 2000 motorcycle is washed or whenever it rains the horn fails to function and will remain failed up to four days! This is dangerous and it needs to be fixed.
Power Train · at 18,000 miles · reported Apr 19, 2005
The differential on my driveshaft on kawasaki ,2000, vulcan classic 1500 - e has been making strange noises for some time. Dealership and kawasaki itself stated that some noise from the final drive is normal. I feel it is excessive. Web searches have turned up multiple complaints of similar problems that ultimately LED to oil leaking and other failures. A catastrophic final drive failure could be deadly. Well, currently my bike is following the multitudes of others I have read about, on its way to a failure. Kawasaki and the dealerships do not consider it a problem, but the ease at which…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 2,000 miles · reported Aug 6, 2003
Consumer stated that while riding at 35 MPH motorcycle hesitated several times, almost stalling, causing the carburetor to backfire, and resulting in an accident. While the above mentioned events was taking place consumer was trying to avoid a pedestrian, and inadvertently crashed into a utility pole. A police report is on file, consumer was rushed to a hospital with injuries to shoulders and a severely bruised chest. Vehicle was totaled.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 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.