Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. | NHTSA Recall #17V703000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V703000 by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.. Affecting 2017-2018 zr900ah, zr900bh and zr900bj motorcycles Includes 2,383 affected units, Rear Shock Absorber Mounting may Elongate, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 zr900ah, zr900bh and zr900bj motorcycles

Defect Summary

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2017-2018 zr900ah, zr900bh and zr900bj motorcycles. the rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.

Corrective Action

Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. the recall began on december 4, 2017. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc17-04.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V703000

Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.

Report Received Date: 2017-11-08T00:00:00

Subject: Rear shock absorber mounting may elongate

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 2,383

Details

MFR Campaign Number: MC17-04

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2017-2018 zr900ah, zr900bh and zr900bj motorcycles. the rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.

Consequence Summary: If the rear shock absorber does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. the recall began on december 4, 2017. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc17-04.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: Yes

Completion Rate: 88.06

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NHTSA ID: 17V703000

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