MYRModel Year Report

2001 Kawasaki Vulcan

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2001 Kawasaki Vulcan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:00:07.346Z

Only 3 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 3 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, 2001 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
2001: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19952
19969
19977
19982
19998
20005
20013
20023
20038
20041
20056
20063
20095
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.

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ON 2 OCCASIONS MY 2001 KAWASAKI VULCAN 800 WAS LEAKING FUEL IN MY GARAGE. HIS MOTORCYCLE USES A KEIHN CVK-36 CARBURATOR. REPLACED GASKET BETWEEN FUEL BOWL AND CARBURATOR BODY AS WELL AS NEW FLOAT, AND NEEDLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040913

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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ON 2 OCCASIONS MY 2001 KAWASAKI VULCAN 800 WAS LEAKING FUEL IN MY GARAGE. HIS MOTORCYCLE USES A KEIHN CVK-36 CARBURATOR. REPLACED GASKET BETWEEN FUEL BOWL AND CARBURATOR BODY AS WELL AS NEW FLOAT, AND NEEDLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040913

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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NOTICE A SMALL PUDDLE OF OIL ON THE GARAGE FLOOR, ALSO NOTICE BIKE HEATED UP VERY QUICKLY AND INTENSELY WHEN RIDING EVEN FOR SHORT DISTANCES, DEALER SAID OIL LEAK RESULTED FOR THE BIKE BEING NEW.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011127

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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THE WATER PUMP SHAFT SUR-CLIP WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY WHICH CAUSED COOLANT TO POUR ON TO THE ROADWAY MAKING IT UNSAFE TO OPERATE THE MOTORCYLE AND NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010723

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Kawasaki Vulcan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Kawasaki Vulcan?

The most-reported component is fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.