Recall 20V307000: 2019–2020 Kawasaki ZX1002E, 2019–2020 Kawasaki ZX1002F, 2019–2020 Kawasaki ZX1002G
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 27, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 1,529
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019-2020 NINJA ZX-10R, NINJA ZX-10R ABS, and NINJA ZX-10R ABS KRT EDITION motorcycles. The engine control unit (ECU) programming may cause the engine to backfire when the quick shift function is used under high engine load, possibly resulting in damage to the air suction valves.
The risk
Damaged air suction valves may allow high temperature exhaust gas to blow back through and melt surrounding parts, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU and inspect the air suction valves and surrounding parts, replacing them as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC20-02.
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
- 2019 Kawasaki ZX1002E
- 2020 Kawasaki ZX1002E
- 2019 Kawasaki ZX1002F
- 2020 Kawasaki ZX1002F
- 2019 Kawasaki ZX1002G
- 2020 Kawasaki ZX1002G
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V307000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MC20-02
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Owner letters
- Jun 8, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline (Engine)
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