2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 — Power train: manual transmission
Published February 5, 2018 · Recall initiated: February 1, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V089000, published February 5, 2018 and initiated February 1, 2018. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 — Power train: manual transmission.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- NINJA 1000
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2017 KAWASAKI NINJA 1000 | 2016 KAWASAKI NINJA 1000 | 2018 KAWASAKI NINJA 1000
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 — Power train: manual transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V089000 on February 5, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: NINJA 1000.