2021 Kawasaki W800 | 2020 Kawasaki W800 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Published October 19, 2021 · Recall initiated: October 18, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V819000, published October 19, 2021 and initiated October 18, 2021. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2021 Kawasaki W800 | 2020 Kawasaki W800 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
What's the hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020 W800 CAFE (EJ800C), and 2020-2021 W800 (EJ800D) motorcycles. The exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.
What to do
Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-07.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- W800
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2021 KAWASAKI W800 | 2020 KAWASAKI W800
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Kawasaki W800 | 2020 Kawasaki W800 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V819000 on October 19, 2021. Reported hazard: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020 W800 CAFE (EJ800C), and 2020-2021 W800 (EJ800D) motorcycles. The exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-07.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: W800.