Recall 18V089000: 2016–2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Feb 1, 2018
Vehicles affected
3,964
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) motorcycles. A high impact force may cause the transmission gears to break during shifting.

The risk

If the transmission gears break it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 2nd, 3rd, 4th output gears and the 2nd input gear, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. The recall began on February 26, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-01.

Notes

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

  • 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 1000
  • 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000
  • 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V089000
Manufacturer campaign
MC18-01
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Owner letters
Feb 26, 2018
Components
Power train:manual transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology