Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V158000 Reported April 8, 2008

Air cleaner case inspection/repair

Q: What is recall 08V158000?

NHTSA recall 08V158000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on April 8, 2008. It addresses: Air cleaner case inspection/repair. The recall affects approximately 487 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 · 487 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

08V158000

Manufacturer Campaign

MC 08-07

Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

487

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 8, 2008

Defect Summary

Kawasaki is recalling 487 my 2008 ex250j8f and ex250j8fl motorcycles. an engine crankcase vent hole in the air filter box may be blocked. if so, air pressure can build up inside the engine, causing the cylinder head cover gasket to fail and leak oil.

Safety Consequence

If enough oil leaks from the engine, it could drip or spray onto the rear tire. this can create the risk of a crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and repair the air filter box and replace the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on march 17, 2008. Owners may 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 08V158000 or campaign MC 08-07.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 08V158000

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

What is recall 08V158000?

NHTSA recall 08V158000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on April 8, 2008. It addresses: Air cleaner case inspection/repair. The recall affects approximately 487 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 08V158000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC 08-07. 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.