2019 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002e | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002e — Electrical system: software
Published May 27, 2020 · Recall initiated: May 27, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V307000, published May 27, 2020. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002e | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002e — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- ZX1002G
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002G | 2020 KAWASAKI ZX1002F | 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002E | 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002F | 2020 KAWASAKI ZX1002G | 2020 KAWASAKI ZX1002E
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002e | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002f | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002g | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002e — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V307000 on May 27, 2020. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: ZX1002G.