MYRModel Year Report

1996 Kawasaki Vulcan

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1996 Kawasaki Vulcan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:00:03.671Z

Only 9 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 9 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, 1996 highlighted. 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 9 complaints 1996 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
1996: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19952
19969
19977
19982
19998
20005
20013
20023
20038
20041
20056
20063
20095
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

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THE SIDE MIRROR CAME OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970325

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

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1996 KAWASAKI VULCAN REAR TIRE TREAD SEPARATED. *TS THE TREAD SEPARATION CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT AND CAUSED THE LICENSE PLATE AND HOLDER TO BE TORN OFF. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20060118

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Kawasaki Vulcan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Kawasaki Vulcan?

The most-reported component is visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Kawasaki Vulcan have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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