Power train: clutch assemblyRecall 91V-057 · 1989–1991 Kawasaki KZ1000
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP. recall 91V-057 covers 1,879 1989–1991 Kawasaki KZ1000 for a power train: clutch assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on April 11, 1991.
Source: NHTSA recall 91V057000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
A MISALIGNMENT OF AN OIL SUPPLY HOLE IN A BUSHING PREVENTS OIL DELIVERY TO A PORTION OF THE CLUTCH ACTIVATING MECHANISM.
The risk
INCONSISTENT CLUTCH OPERATIONS CAUSED BY LACK OF OILDELIVERY TO CLUTCH ACTIVATING MECHANISM COULD CAUSE UNEXPECTED LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL.
The fix
REPLACE DEFECTIVE NEEDLE BEARING RACES AS NECESSARY.
SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: POLICE MOTORCYCLES.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.