2020 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Ninja | 2018 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002d | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx — Electrical system: software
Published November 3, 2020 · Recall initiated: November 2, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V676000, published November 3, 2020 and initiated November 2, 2020. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Ninja | 2018 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002d | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.
What to do
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- ZX1002A
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2020 KAWASAKI ZX1002A | 2018 KAWASAKI NINJA | 2019 KAWASAKI NINJA | 2018 KAWASAKI ZX1002A | 2020 KAWASAKI ZX1002B | 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002D | 2020 KAWASAKI NINJA H2 SX | 2020 KAWASAKI NINJA | 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002A | 2019 KAWASAKI ZX1002B | 2018 KAWASAKI NINJA H2 SX
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Ninja | 2018 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2020 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002d | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx | 2020 Kawasaki Ninja | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002a | 2019 Kawasaki Zx1002b | 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V676000 on November 3, 2020. Reported hazard: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.
What should I do if I have this product?
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: ZX1002A.