Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. | NHTSA Recall #20V774000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V774000 by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.. Affecting 2021 z400 abs (er400d), ninja 400 (ex400h) and ninja 400 abs (ex400g) motorcycles Includes 1,770 affected units, Camshaft Chain Tensioner Improperly Heat-Treated, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021 z400 abs (er400d), ninja 400 (ex400h) and ninja 400 abs (ex400g) motorcycles

Defect Summary

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2021 z400 abs (er400d), ninja 400 (ex400h) and ninja 400 abs (ex400g) motorcycles. the strength of the camshaft chain tensioner may be insufficient due to improper heat treatment, possibly causing it to be damaged.

Corrective Action

Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. note: owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. the recall began december 21, 2020. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc20-13.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V774000
Report Received Date: 2020-12-11T00:00:00
Subject: Camshaft chain tensioner improperly heat-treated
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 1,770

Details

MFR Campaign Number: MC20-13
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2021 z400 abs (er400d), ninja 400 (ex400h) and ninja 400 abs (ex400g) motorcycles. the strength of the camshaft chain tensioner may be insufficient due to improper heat treatment, possibly causing it to be damaged.
Consequence Summary: A damaged camshaft chain tensioner can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. note: owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. the recall began december 21, 2020. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc20-13.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: Yes
Completion Rate: 91.58

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