Recall 21V593000: 2020–2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2, 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX, 2020 Kawasaki Z H2 +5 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 30, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,523
- Models
- 8
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ninja H2, Ninja H2 Carbon, Z H2, 2021 Ninja H2 SX SE+, ZX-10R, ZX-10R ABS, ZX-10R KRT Edition, ZX-10R ABS KRT Edition, ZX-10RR, and Z H2 SE motorcycles. The engine oil pressure relief valve may come apart, causing a loss of oil pressure and possible engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the relief valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-05.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX
- 2020 Kawasaki Z H2
- 2021 Kawasaki ZR1000K
- 2021 Kawasaki ZR1000L
- 2021 Kawasaki ZX1002L
- 2021 Kawasaki ZX1002M
- 2021 Kawasaki ZX1002N
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V593000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MC21-05
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Owner letters
- Aug 23, 2021
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication (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