Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 6, 2018

(Campaign #: MC18-06)

Incorrect Brake Hose/Sensor Wire Routing

Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018 Kawasaki Z900, Z900 ABS, and Z900RS vehicles. The rear brake hose and rear wheel rotation sensor wire may have been incorrectly routed, allowing them to contact the rear tire.

NHTSA ID: 18V866000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 1,173

Consequence Summary:

If the brake hose contacts the rear tire, the hose may be damaged, reducing the braking performance. If the wheel rotation wire gets damaged, the ABS may not function properly. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and rear wheel sensor wire routing, correcting the routing and replacing any damaged component, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-06.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 66.99

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August 30, 2018

(Campaign #: MC18-05)

Center Stand may Drop Unexpectedly

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (ZXT02BJ) motorcycles. The pin for the center stand spring may have been improperly welded, and, as a result, the pin may shift or fall off resulting in the spring detaching and the center stand dropping to the ground unexpectedly and dragging while riding.

NHTSA ID: 18V580000

Component: STRUCTURE

# of Units Affected: 390

Consequence Summary:

The dragging center stand can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left center stand bracket, free of charge. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC18-05.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.49

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February 1, 2018

(Campaign #: MC18-01)

Transmission Gears May Break

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) motorcycles. A high impact force may cause the transmission gears to break during shifting.

NHTSA ID: 18V089000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 3,964

Consequence Summary:

If the transmission gears break it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 2nd, 3rd, 4th output gears and the 2nd input gear, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. The recall began on February 26, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-01.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: Yes

Completion Rate (%): 79.56

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