Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V123000 Reported May 2, 2002

Kawasaki/wiring harness

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · Electrical System · 4,450 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V123000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
4,450
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 2, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the main electrical wiring harness can rub against a tab on the underside of the fuel tank, resulting in the failure of electrical functions.

Safety Consequence

This condition could cause the failure of the turn signals, lights, or others electrical functions.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and reposition the tab on the fuel tank. any damage that may have occurred to the harness will be corrected. owner notification began may 13, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference recall ID 02V123000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V123000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V123000?

NHTSA recall 02V123000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on May 2, 2002. It addresses: Kawasaki/wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 4,450 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V123000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.