Safety Recall NHTSA · 88V003000 Reported January 12, 1988

Fuel:fuel lines:hoses:non-metallic

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 450 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88V003000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
450
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 12, 1988

Defect Summary

Rubber hoses connecting fuel tank to evaporative emission control system fuel separator are incorrectly installed.

Safety Consequence

This could allow fuel to be pumped onto the fuel tank.also, motorcycles will not comply to applicable california evaporative emissioncontrol standards.

Corrective Action

Reconnect hoses to proper locations and install correct vacuum hose routing diagrams.

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 88V003000 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 88V003000

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

What is recall 88V003000?

NHTSA recall 88V003000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on January 12, 1988. It addresses: Fuel:fuel lines:hoses:non-metallic. The recall affects approximately 450 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88V003000 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.