2017 Kawasaki Zr900 | 2018 Kawasaki Z900 — Suspension: rear: shock absorber
Published November 9, 2017 · Recall initiated: November 8, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V703000, published November 9, 2017 and initiated November 8, 2017. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2017 Kawasaki Zr900 | 2018 Kawasaki Z900 — Suspension: rear: shock absorber.
What's the hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.
What to do
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- ZR900
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2017 KAWASAKI ZR900 | 2018 KAWASAKI Z900
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Kawasaki Zr900 | 2018 Kawasaki Z900 — Suspension: rear: shock absorber recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V703000 on November 9, 2017. Reported hazard: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.
What should I do if I have this product?
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: ZR900.