2017 Kawasaki Versys 650 Recall: A loose tail/brake light socket may allow the bulb to fall out
NHTSA campaign 17V465000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Jul 11, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2017 Versys-X 300 motorcycles. A loose tail/brake light socket may allow the bulb to fall out.
The risk
Without a working tail/brake light, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tail/brake light socket, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | Versys 650 | 2017 |
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Kawasaki vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V465000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.