Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
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Total Recalls: 117
 Total Affected Units: 498,701
 NHTSA ID: 25V146000 
Date: 2025-03-06T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 3,742 
Subject: Clutch release lever can break 
 NHTSA ID: 25V118000 
Date: 2025-02-24T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 216 
Subject: Loss of drive power from failed battery connection 
 NHTSA ID: 24V833000 
Date: 2024-11-05T00:00:00 
Component: Steering 
Affected Units: 299 
Subject: Improperly welded head pipe may crack 
 NHTSA ID: 24V680000 
Date: 2024-09-12T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 1,150 
Subject: Ecu may improperly shift transmission to neutral 
 NHTSA ID: 24V270000 
Date: 2024-04-16T00:00:00 
Component: Tires 
Affected Units: 525 
Subject: Improperly manufactured front tire/fmvss 119 
 NHTSA ID: 24V221000 
Date: 2024-03-21T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 1,579 
Subject: Damaged spark plugs may cause engine stall 
 NHTSA ID: 23V515000 
Date: 2023-07-26T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 991 
Subject: Engine may stall 
 NHTSA ID: 22V912000 
Date: 2022-12-09T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 3,172 
Subject: Engine stall while riding 
 NHTSA ID: 22V913000 
Date: 2022-12-09T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 200 
Subject: Speed display failure/fmvss 123 
 NHTSA ID: 22V397000 
Date: 2022-06-07T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,923 
Subject: Incorrect front brake rotor/fmvss 122 
 NHTSA ID: 22V122000 
Date: 2022-03-03T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 1,660 
Subject: Inoperable horn 
 NHTSA ID: 21V819000 
Date: 2021-10-18T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 574 
Subject: Improperly tightened exhaust pipe nuts 
 NHTSA ID: 21V594000 
Date: 2021-07-30T00:00:00 
Component: Suspension 
Affected Units: 857 
Subject: Bearing failure may cause rear wheel to lock 
 NHTSA ID: 21V593000 
Date: 2021-07-30T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 1,523 
Subject: Loss of oil pressure may cause engine stall 
 NHTSA ID: 20V774000 
Date: 2020-12-11T00:00:00 
Component: Engine 
Affected Units: 1,770 
Subject: Camshaft chain tensioner improperly heat-treated 
 NHTSA ID: 20V723000 
Date: 2020-11-20T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 84 
Subject: Front brake master cylinder missing component 
 NHTSA ID: 20V676000 
Date: 2020-11-02T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 799 
Subject: Gear misengagement may cause transmission damage 
 NHTSA ID: 20V307000 
Date: 2020-05-27T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 1,529 
Subject: Damaged air suction valves may cause fire 
 NHTSA ID: 19V083000 
Date: 2019-02-08T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 497 
Subject: Anti-lock brake system may allow wheels to lock up 
 NHTSA ID: 18V866000 
Date: 2018-12-06T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,173 
Subject: Incorrect brake hose/sensor wire routing 
 NHTSA ID: 18V580000 
Date: 2018-08-30T00:00:00 
Component: Structure 
Affected Units: 390 
Subject: Center stand may drop unexpectedly 
 NHTSA ID: 18V089000 
Date: 2018-02-01T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 3,964 
Subject: Transmission gears may break 
 NHTSA ID: 17V774000 
Date: 2017-12-01T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 9,914 
Subject: Improper ecu setting may cause engine stall 
 NHTSA ID: 17V703000 
Date: 2017-11-08T00:00:00 
Component: Suspension 
Affected Units: 2,383 
Subject: Rear shock absorber mounting may elongate 
 NHTSA ID: 17V465000 
Date: 2017-07-11T00:00:00 
Component: Exterior Lighting 
Affected Units: 1,837 
Subject: Defective tail/brake light assembly 
 NHTSA ID: 16V535000 
Date: 2016-07-13T00:00:00 
Component: Suspension 
Affected Units: 1,282 
Subject: Shock absorbers may leak oil and lose function 
 NHTSA ID: 16V102000 
Date: 2016-02-23T00:00:00 
Component: Steering 
Affected Units: 544 
Subject: Steering damper bracket separation 
 NHTSA ID: 15V550000 
Date: 2015-09-01T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 11,836 
Subject: Ignition switch wires may chafe/possible stall 
 NHTSA ID: 15V117000 
Date: 2015-02-27T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 194 
Subject: Police use modifications/electrical system issues 
 NHTSA ID: 13V387000 
Date: 2013-08-27T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 337 
Subject: Police use modifications/various safety issues 
 NHTSA ID: 13V370000 
Date: 2013-08-16T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 61 
Subject: Police use modifications/electrical system issues 
 NHTSA ID: 13V328000 
Date: 2013-07-29T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 11,097 
Subject: Motorcycle may stall 
 NHTSA ID: 13V310000 
Date: 2013-07-11T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,083 
Subject: Loss of abs function may allow wheel lock up 
 NHTSA ID: 12V369000 
Date: 2012-08-01T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 4,170 
Subject: Crankcase sealing 
 NHTSA ID: 12V343000 
Date: 2012-07-20T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 13,289 
Subject: Brake pedal and guard gap 
 NHTSA ID: 12V134000 
Date: 2012-03-30T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 273 
Subject: Electrical system failure 
 NHTSA ID: 12V081000 
Date: 2012-03-01T00:00:00 
Component: Structure 
Affected Units: 793 
Subject: Circlip breakage 
 NHTSA ID: 12V064000 
Date: 2012-02-17T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 20,512 
Subject: Regulator/rectifier 
 NHTSA ID: 11V363000 
Date: 2011-07-19T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 2,480 
Subject: Wiring harness 
 NHTSA ID: 11V316000 
Date: 2011-06-08T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Other 
Affected Units: 9,460 
Subject: Fuel tank support pad 
 NHTSA ID: 11V313000 
Date: 2011-06-08T00:00:00 
Component: Tires 
Affected Units: 436 
Subject: Inner tube 
 NHTSA ID: 10V507000 
Date: 2010-10-19T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 6,187 
Subject: Electronic control unit replacement 
 NHTSA ID: 10V323000 
Date: 2010-07-09T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 6,764 
Subject: Brake pedal operation 
 NHTSA ID: 10V303000 
Date: 2010-06-29T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,161 
Subject: Left front brake hose 
 NHTSA ID: 10V016000 
Date: 2010-01-21T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 740 
Subject: Oil passage inspection 
 NHTSA ID: 09V464000 
Date: 2009-12-02T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 259 
Subject: Porosity in the aluminum casting oil leak 
 NHTSA ID: 09E015000 
Date: 2009-04-13T00:00:00 
Component: Equipment 
Affected Units: 560 
Subject: Fmvss 108/aftermarket saddle bags block reflectors 
 NHTSA ID: 09V072000 
Date: 2009-03-06T00:00:00 
Component: Exterior Lighting 
Affected Units: 18 
Subject: Headlight inspection/fmvss 108 
 NHTSA ID: 09V063000 
Date: 2009-02-20T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 950 
Subject: Timing inspection caps 
 NHTSA ID: 09V062000 
Date: 2009-02-20T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 16,167 
Subject: Wires in the main harness 
 NHTSA ID: 09V059000 
Date: 2009-02-19T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 16,167 
Subject: Muffler mount bolt 
 NHTSA ID: 08V623000 
Date: 2008-11-26T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 4,628 
Subject: Rear brake pedal 
 NHTSA ID: 08V520000 
Date: 2008-10-06T00:00:00 
Component: Exterior Lighting 
Affected Units: 5,804 
Subject: Turn signal assembly 
 NHTSA ID: 08V473000 
Date: 2008-09-18T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 604 
Subject: Fuel filler cap/fuel tank replacement 
 NHTSA ID: 08V228000 
Date: 2008-05-20T00:00:00 
Component: Vehicle Speed Control 
Affected Units: 1,393 
Subject: Throttle and handlebar grip 
 NHTSA ID: 08V222000 
Date: 2008-05-16T00:00:00 
Component: Structure 
Affected Units: 9,746 
Subject: Frame fracture 
 NHTSA ID: 08V158000 
Date: 2008-04-08T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 487 
Subject: Air cleaner case inspection/repair 
 NHTSA ID: 08V115000 
Date: 2008-03-11T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,526 
Subject: Front brake hose bracket replacement 
 NHTSA ID: 08V114000 
Date: 2008-03-11T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 31,789 
Subject: Fuel hose inspection/replacement 
 NHTSA ID: 08V052000 
Date: 2008-02-05T00:00:00 
Component: Exterior Lighting 
Affected Units: 532 
Subject: Tail light bulb replacement 
 NHTSA ID: 08V048000 
Date: 2008-01-31T00:00:00 
Component: Equipment 
Affected Units: 3,336 
Subject: Rear carrier platform 
 NHTSA ID: 08V047000 
Date: 2008-01-31T00:00:00 
Component: Equipment 
Affected Units: 4,645 
Subject: Saddlebag latch 
 NHTSA ID: 07V486000 
Date: 2007-10-16T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 33,693 
Subject: Muffler mounting bolts 
 NHTSA ID: 07V235000 
Date: 2007-06-11T00:00:00 
Component: Suspension 
Affected Units: 155 
Subject: Rear shock mount weld 
 NHTSA ID: 07V244000 
Date: 2007-06-07T00:00:00 
Component: Structure 
Affected Units: 5 
Subject: Sidestand spring welding 
 NHTSA ID: 07V215000 
Date: 2007-05-17T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 5,906 
Subject: Engine control unit/stalling 
 NHTSA ID: 07V216000 
Date: 2007-05-17T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 4,352 
Subject: Fuel tank leaks 
 NHTSA ID: 07V003000 
Date: 2007-01-03T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 29,559 
Subject: Fuel tank 
 NHTSA ID: 06V184000 
Date: 2006-05-26T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 2,321 
Subject: Vehicle down sensor bolt 
 NHTSA ID: 06V130000 
Date: 2006-04-24T00:00:00 
Component: Steering 
Affected Units: 6,746 
Subject: Steering damper bolt 
 NHTSA ID: 06V005000 
Date: 2006-01-10T00:00:00 
Component: Steering 
Affected Units: 103 
Subject: Lower fork triple clamp 
 NHTSA ID: 04V367000 
Date: 2004-07-30T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 3,019 
Subject: Kawasaki/frontbrake hose 
 NHTSA ID: 04V373000 
Date: 2004-07-22T00:00:00 
Component: Wheels 
Affected Units: 4,995 
Subject: Kawasaki/front wheel 
 NHTSA ID: 04V063000 
Date: 2004-02-18T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 5,850 
Subject: Kawasaki/muffler brackets 
 NHTSA ID: 04V023000 
Date: 2004-01-12T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 6,958 
Subject: Kawasaki/oil filter 
 NHTSA ID: 04V008000 
Date: 2004-01-06T00:00:00 
Component: Vehicle Speed Control 
Affected Units: 2,082 
Subject: Kawasaki/accelerator pump 
 NHTSA ID: 03V387000 
Date: 2003-10-16T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 11,018 
Subject: Kawasaki/muffler clamp 
 NHTSA ID: 03V255000 
Date: 2003-07-24T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 405 
Subject: Kawasaki/carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm 
 NHTSA ID: 03V139000 
Date: 2003-04-07T00:00:00 
Component: Exterior Lighting 
Affected Units: 750 
Subject: Kawasaki/headlamp plug 
 NHTSA ID: 03V140000 
Date: 2003-04-07T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 5,102 
Subject: Kawasaki/rear brake actuating cam 
 NHTSA ID: 02V324000 
Date: 2002-12-06T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 9,787 
Subject: Kawasaki/oil leakage 
 NHTSA ID: 02V261000 
Date: 2002-09-23T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 698 
Subject: Kawasaki/transmission shaft 
 NHTSA ID: 02V123000 
Date: 2002-05-02T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 4,450 
Subject: Kawasaki/wiring harness 
 NHTSA ID: 01V323000 
Date: 2001-10-10T00:00:00 
Component: Tires 
Affected Units: 6,305 
Subject: Kawasaki/tire valve stem nuts 
 NHTSA ID: 01V294000 
Date: 2001-09-17T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 3,100 
Subject: Kawasaki/wiring harness routing 
 NHTSA ID: 01V010000 
Date: 2001-01-16T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 1,000 
Subject: Kawasaki/ignition module 
 NHTSA ID: 00V384000 
Date: 2000-11-21T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 3,279 
Subject: Kawasaki/fuel gauge 
 NHTSA ID: 00E072000 
Date: 2000-11-21T00:00:00 
Component: Unknown Or Other 
Affected Units: 600 
Subject: Kawasaki/motorcycle accessory footpegs 
 NHTSA ID: 00V365000 
Date: 2000-11-14T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 4,506 
Subject: Kawasaki/fuel vent leakage 
 NHTSA ID: 99V338000 
Date: 1999-12-07T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 2,800 
Subject: Kawasaki/fuel hose/filter 
 NHTSA ID: 99V337000 
Date: 1999-12-03T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 3,504 
Subject: Kawasaki/clutch 
 NHTSA ID: 99V067000 
Date: 1999-04-06T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 2,779 
Subject: Kawasaki/fuel injection system 
 NHTSA ID: 98V265000 
Date: 1998-10-20T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 104 
Subject: Kawasaki/brakes 
 NHTSA ID: 97V233000 
Date: 1997-12-16T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 544 
Subject: Kawasaki/transmission gear 
 NHTSA ID: 97V007000 
Date: 1997-01-15T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 5,208 
Subject: Kawasaki/battery 
 NHTSA ID: 95V097000 
Date: 1995-05-16T00:00:00 
Component: Unknown Or Other 
Affected Units: 2,976 
Subject: Equipment:other pieces 
 NHTSA ID: 95V096000 
Date: 1995-05-15T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 12,322 
Subject: Power train:driveline:shaft chain:propellor:drive 
 NHTSA ID: 94V231000 
Date: 1994-11-22T00:00:00 
Component: Suspension 
Affected Units: 5,530 
Subject: Suspension:motorcycle rear swing arm pivot shaft 
 NHTSA ID: 93V219000 
Date: 1993-12-15T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 8,817 
Subject: Engine 
 NHTSA ID: 92V002000 
Date: 1992-01-09T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 1,760 
Subject: Brakes:mechanical service:disc brakes 
 NHTSA ID: 91V057000 
Date: 1991-04-11T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 1,879 
Subject: Power train:clutch assembly 
 NHTSA ID: 90V005000 
Date: 1990-01-24T00:00:00 
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling 
Affected Units: 200 
Subject: Engine:pulley:crankshaft 
 NHTSA ID: 89V176000 
Date: 1989-10-20T00:00:00 
Component: Steering 
Affected Units: 1,953 
Subject: Steering:wheel:handlebar 
 NHTSA ID: 88E013000 
Date: 1988-06-01T00:00:00 
Component: Unknown Or Other 
Affected Units: 78 
Subject: Equipment:other pieces 
 NHTSA ID: 88V089000 
Date: 1988-06-01T00:00:00 
Component: Wheels 
Affected Units: 1,497 
Subject: Wheels:hub 
 NHTSA ID: 88V003000 
Date: 1988-01-12T00:00:00 
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline 
Affected Units: 450 
Subject: Fuel:fuel lines:hoses:non-metallic 
 NHTSA ID: 87V190000 
Date: 1987-12-08T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 5,800 
Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic 
 NHTSA ID: 85V125000 
Date: 1985-10-09T00:00:00 
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic 
Affected Units: 650 
Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:pedals and linkages 
 NHTSA ID: 84V001000 
Date: 1984-12-03T00:00:00 
Component: Vehicle Speed Control 
Affected Units: 2,639 
Subject: Fuel:throttle linkages and control 
 NHTSA ID: 84V079000 
Date: 1984-07-03T00:00:00 
Component: Wheels 
Affected Units: 5,946 
Subject: Wheels 
 NHTSA ID: 83V087000 
Date: 1983-09-06T00:00:00 
Component: Wheels 
Affected Units: 1,301 
Subject: Wheels:hub 
 NHTSA ID: 82V101000 
Date: 1982-10-13T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 1,200 
Subject: Electrical system:wiring 
 NHTSA ID: 81V140000 
Date: 1981-11-18T00:00:00 
Component: Wheels 
Affected Units: 11,978 
Subject: Wheels:single:other 
 NHTSA ID: 81V119000 
Date: 1981-10-07T00:00:00 
Component: Power Train 
Affected Units: 14,677 
Subject: Power train:driveline:shaft chain:propellor:drive 
 NHTSA ID: 77V107000 
Date: 1977-07-06T00:00:00 
Component: Tires 
Affected Units: 3,654 
Subject: Tires:tube 
 NHTSA ID: 76V092000 
Date: 1976-06-29T00:00:00 
Component: Electrical System 
Affected Units: 7,200 
Subject: Electrical system:wiring:other part 
 NHTSA ID: 75V130000 
Date: 1975-07-15T00:00:00 
Component: Structure 
Affected Units: 450 
Subject: Structure:shields:protectors:lines:tubing