MYRModel Year Report

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan

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2005 Kawasaki Vulcan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:59:59.678Z

Only 6 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 6 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, 2005 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
2005: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19952
19969
19977
19982
19998
20005
20013
20023
20038
20041
20056
20063
20095
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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My 2005 Kawasaki vulcan 1600 nomad have gas tank is leaking, and I looked on the internet and I saw that many people have this problem, is there a recall? The gas tank leaks in the left corner of the tank under the seat?

NHTSA ODI report, 20221018

My 2005 Vulcan 1600 has recent started seeping fuel from the bottom tabs that are welded onto the gas tank and is slowly progressively getting worse

NHTSA ODI report, 20220827

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 6 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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2005 KAWASAKI VULCAN 2000 EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAS TANK AS WELL AS THE FRONT TIRE IS INSTALLED BACKWARDS.*MR. GAS TANK CAP LEAKS FLUID AND FUMES, CAUSES POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AND HEALTH PROBLEMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050516

WHEELS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.

TIRES

1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.

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2005 KAWASAKI VULCAN 2000 EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAS TANK AS WELL AS THE FRONT TIRE IS INSTALLED BACKWARDS.*MR. GAS TANK CAP LEAKS FLUID AND FUMES, CAUSES POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AND HEALTH PROBLEMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050516

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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2005 KAWASAKI VULCAN 2000 EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAS TANK AS WELL AS THE FRONT TIRE IS INSTALLED BACKWARDS.*MR. GAS TANK CAP LEAKS FLUID AND FUMES, CAUSES POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AND HEALTH PROBLEMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050516

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Kawasaki Vulcan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 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.