2011 Kawasaki Zx-10r | 2012 Kawasaki Zx-10r — Engine and engine cooling
Published August 1, 2012 · Recall initiated: August 1, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V369000, published August 1, 2012. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2011 Kawasaki Zx-10r | 2012 Kawasaki Zx-10r — Engine and engine cooling.
What's the hazard
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ZX-10R (ZX1000JBF/JBFL/KBF/KBFL/JCF/JCFL/KCF/KCFL) 'NINJA' motorcycles. Engine oil may leak from the crankcase at the starter mounting point and pool on top of the crankcase. Continued use in this condition can allow oil to spill over onto the rear tire.
What to do
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will remove the starter and seal the crankcase, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 8, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- ZX-10R
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2011 KAWASAKI ZX-10R | 2012 KAWASAKI ZX-10R
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Kawasaki Zx-10r | 2012 Kawasaki Zx-10r — Engine and engine cooling recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V369000 on August 1, 2012. Reported hazard: Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ZX-10R (ZX1000JBF/JBFL/KBF/KBFL/JCF/JCFL/KCF/KCFL) 'NINJA' motorcycles. Engine oil may leak from the crankcase at the starter mounting point and pool on top of the crankcase. Continued use in this condition can allow oil to spill over onto the rear tire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will remove the starter and seal the crankcase, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 8, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: ZX-10R.