Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V140000 Reported April 7, 2003

Kawasaki/rear brake actuating cam

Q: What is recall 03V140000?

NHTSA recall 03V140000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on April 7, 2003. It addresses: Kawasaki/rear brake actuating cam. The recall affects approximately 5,102 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · N/A · 5,102 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V140000

Manufacturer Campaign

MC 03-03

Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

5,102

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 7, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the rear brake actuating cam can break where the actuating arm attaches to it.

Safety Consequence

This could cause a loss of rear brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the brake cam. owner notification began on april 24, 2003. 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 1-866-802-9381.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference recall ID 03V140000 or campaign MC 03-03.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 03V140000

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

What is recall 03V140000?

NHTSA recall 03V140000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on April 7, 2003. It addresses: Kawasaki/rear brake actuating cam. The recall affects approximately 5,102 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V140000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC 03-03. 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.