1983 Motorcycle Recalls
A 1983 motorcycle may be recalled by the manufacturer and officially announced by the NHTSA or other government agencies due to defective products or materials, safety alerts, or other dangers to consumers. Choose a make and model to view a complete list
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A 1983 motorcycle may be recalled by the manufacturer and officially announced by the NHTSA or other government agencies due to defective products or materials, safety alerts, or other dangers to consumers. Choose a make and model to view a complete list of 1983 motorcycle recalls, the danger and consequence, and the solution offered by the manufacturer.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
THE KICKSTAND SYSTEM MAY EXPERIENCE SOME ENGINE KICKBACK DUE TO IMPROPER STARTING PROCEDURE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER STARTING PROCEDURES MAY RESULT ... ... more
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Recall Date: |
OCT 04, 1985 |
| Model Affected: |
XL600 |
| Units Affected: |
8178 |
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Summary
THE KICKSTAND SYSTEM MAY EXPERIENCE SOME ENGINE KICKBACK DUE TO IMPROPER STARTING PROCEDURE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER STARTING PROCEDURES MAY RESULT ...
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Consequence
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Remedy
REVISE PAGE OF OWNERS MANUAL AND PROVIDE LABEL TO BE AFFIXED TO GAS TANK CLARIFYING STARTING PROCEDURE.
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AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
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STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
HANDLEBAR TUBE AND HANDLEBAR ARM DO NOT FIT SECURELY BECAUSE THE INSIDE DIAMETER OF THE HANDLEBAR TUBE IS INCORRECT. THIS CAUSES STRESS TO BEAR DIRECTLY ON A PIN. ... more
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STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
| Recall Date: |
SEP 12, 1983 |
| Model Affected: |
VF750F |
| Units Affected: |
7078 |
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Summary
HANDLEBAR TUBE AND HANDLEBAR ARM DO NOT FIT SECURELY BECAUSE THE INSIDE DIAMETER OF THE HANDLEBAR TUBE IS INCORRECT. THIS CAUSES STRESS TO BEAR DIRECTLY ON A PIN.
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Consequence
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Remedy
DEALER WILL REPLACE HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY WITH A CORRECTED TYPE FREE OF CHARGE.
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AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
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WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, THE FRONT WHEEL MAY DEVELOP CRACKS NEAR THE CONNECTION OF SPOKES AND THE HUB. CONTINUED USE COULD RESULT IN COMPLETE WHEEL FAILURE. ... more
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WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
| Recall Date: |
SEP 06, 1983 |
| Model Affected: |
KZ750 |
| Units Affected: |
1301 |
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Summary
DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, THE FRONT WHEEL MAY DEVELOP CRACKS NEAR THE CONNECTION OF SPOKES AND THE HUB. CONTINUED USE COULD RESULT IN COMPLETE WHEEL FAILURE.
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Consequence
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Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT FOR THE DEFECT AND REPLACE THE WHEEL IF NECESSARY.
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KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MACHINED PROPERLY. THE FRONT WHEEL COMPRESSION BAR AND ONE OF ITS COMPONENTS, A BUSHING, ALONG WITH THE BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED AND DISPLACED. ... more
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 08, 1983 |
| Model Affected: |
XC180KC |
| Units Affected: |
8669 |
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Summary
FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MACHINED PROPERLY. THE FRONT WHEEL COMPRESSION BAR AND ONE OF ITS COMPONENTS, A BUSHING, ALONG WITH THE BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED AND DISPLACED.
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Consequence
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Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES AND IF NECESSARY, A PROPERLY MACHINED BRAKE SHOE WILL BE INSTALLED ALONG WITH A NEW BRAKE CABLE.
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YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MACHINED PROPERLY. THE FRONT WHEEL COMPRESSION BAR AND ONE OF ITS COMPONENTS, A BUSHING, ALONG WITH THE BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED AND DISPLACED. ... more
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 08, 1983 |
| Model Affected: |
XC180K |
| Units Affected: |
8669 |
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Summary
FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MACHINED PROPERLY. THE FRONT WHEEL COMPRESSION BAR AND ONE OF ITS COMPONENTS, A BUSHING, ALONG WITH THE BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED AND DISPLACED.
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Consequence
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Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT FRONT WHEEL BRAKE SHOES AND IF NECESSARY, A PROPERLY MACHINED BRAKE SHOE WILL BE INSTALLED ALONG WITH A NEW BRAKE CABLE.
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YAMAHA INTERNATIONAL CORP
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