MYRModel Year Report

1995 Kawasaki Vulcan

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1995 Kawasaki Vulcan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:00:09.696Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kawasaki Vulcan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 9 complaints 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 8 complaints 1999 2000: 5 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010
1995: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19952
19969
19977
19982
19998
20005
20013
20023
20038
20041
20056
20063
20095
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLES WERE FOUND TO HAVE FRONT END "HOP" BETWEEN 52 AND TOP SPEED CAUSES LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010518

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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CARBURETOR LEAKS GASOLINE, BACKFIRES AND CAUSES VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE RIGHT, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL

NHTSA ODI report, 19980420

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19950605 — power train

THE DRIVE CHAINS HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT-TREATED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE THE CHAIN SIDE PLATES TO CRACK AND ULTIMATELY FAIL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAINS ON THE MOTORCYCLES INVOLVED IN THIS RECALL.

Campaign 95V096000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 Kawasaki Vulcan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V096000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan?

The most-reported component is suspension:front, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.