Vehicle recall 03V139000 · April 7, 2003
Kawasaki EJ650-E3 and EJ650-E3L
On certain motorcycles, the connector plug supplying power to the headlamp might not be fully installed on the prongs of the bulb.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the connector plug supplying power to the headlamp might not be fully installed on the prongs of the bulb.
- Consequence
- This could cause the plug to become dislodged from the headlamp, resulting in a loss of forward lighting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will ensure the connector is properly seated on the bulb prongs. If any components are damaged, the dealer will replace them. Owner notification began on April 14, 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.
- Notes
- Kawasaki recall no. Mc 03-04. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V139000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 7, 2003
- Filed by
- KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
- Manufacturer campaign
- MC 03-04
- Owner notification
- April 14, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 750
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kawasaki EJ650-E3 (2001): 2001
- Kawasaki EJ650-E3L (2001): 2001
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