Kawasaki please see the attached model information chart for a detailed list of model codes, names and years.
The short version
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported a problem with the engine and engine cooling engine. Here is what owners need to know.
Please see the attached model information chart for a detailed list of model codes, names and years. The plunger in the camshaft chain tensioner may lock, which can result in an engine stall while riding.
An engine stall while riding can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Take it to a dealer — they will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-912.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2015–2018 | Kawasaki Ninja 1000 |
| 2019–2021 | Kawasaki Ninja H2 |
| 2018–2021 | Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX |
| 2020 | Kawasaki Z H2 |
| 2021–2023 | Kawasaki ZR1000KL |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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Check your VINWhat this record means
Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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