Kawasaki Vn900: Tyre May Deflate

Kawasaki VN900 Recall Summary Kawasaki is recalling 172 VN900 and EJ800 motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom because the inner tubes may have been damaged during manufacturing, potentially causing tire deflation. A deflated tire increases the risk of losing control of the motorcycle. Affected machines will be checked and the inner tubes will be replaced if necessary.

Recalling firm
KAWASAKI
Product
Vehicles: KAWASAKI VN900, KAWASAKI EJ800. Units affected: 172
Reason
During the manufacturing process the inner tubes may be pinched and in the worst case holed. This could cause tyre deflation and creates an increased risk the rider could lose control of the machine. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the inner tubes.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2011-06-30
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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