Recall 10V507 affects 6,187 2009-2010 Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycles for ECU settings that let the engine stall. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki is recalling 6,187 2009-2010 Vulcan motorcycles because an improper ECU setting can stall the engine when the rider coasts with the clutch pulled in. An engine stall raises crash risk and the risk of injury or death; the Kawasaki dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine control unit on the 2009-2010 Kawasaki Vulcan is the motorcycle's engine computer. It reads rider inputs and sensor data, then controls fuel and ignition so the engine keeps running as speed, throttle position, and clutch use change. When the rider pulls in the clutch while coasting, the ECU still has to keep the engine idling.
On affected Vulcan motorcycles, the ECU setting is wrong for that coasting condition. With the clutch pulled in, the engine can stall instead of settling into a steady idle. That leaves the rider with a motorcycle that has lost engine power at a moment when they are still moving and preparing for the next maneuver.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rider can be coasting with the clutch in and have the engine stop without a separate light, sound, or change in feel first.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same hydraulic brake system component.
| 2010 Kawasaki Vulcan | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 6,187 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Engine stalling creates a crash risk that can result in injury or death. If the motorcycle stalls or runs unpredictably, get out of traffic, stop in a safe place, and call a Kawasaki dealer. Schedule the ECU replacement promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Kawasaki Vulcan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer and ask whether the free ECU replacement is open for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if Kawasaki mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V507 when you call.
- Schedule the ECU replacement that fixes the engine-stall setting when coasting with the clutch pulled in.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, and avoid coasting with the clutch pulled in where a stall creates crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician replaces the engine control unit with one that has revised settings for the stalling condition. The repair addresses the setting that lets the engine stall while the rider is coasting with the clutch pulled in. The recall remedy began on November 1, 2010, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ask Kawasaki Consumer Services or the dealer to confirm the current parts path for your VIN.
Timeline
| October 19, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 1, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V507?
Recall 10V507 covers 6,187 2009-2010 Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycles with an engine control unit setting that can let the engine stall while the rider is coasting with the clutch pulled in. Kawasaki dealers replace the ECU with revised settings for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Kawasaki Vulcan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V507. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the ECU replacement. Reference recall number 10V507 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Kawasaki dealers replace the engine control unit with one containing revised settings free of charge, and owners can contact Kawasaki consumer services at 1-866-802-9381.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is engine stalling while coasting with the clutch pulled in. NHTSA campaign 10V507 states that engine stalling creates crash risk resulting in injury or death. The free dealer repair addresses this by replacing the ECU with revised settings.
What if I bought my Kawasaki Vulcan used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Vulcan is included, then call a franchised Kawasaki dealer and reference recall number 10V507.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V507000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 1-866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V507 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V507000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →