NHTSA Recall History
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. Safety Recalls
Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
⚠ 9 active Do Not Drive recalls — see below
About Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. recalls
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. has issued 120 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 44 years (from 1975 to 2025), affecting an estimated 536,798 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine And Engine Cooling. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.
Defect Categories
Most-recalled components
The vehicle systems behind most Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. safety recalls.
Electrical System 22 recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15 recalls
Engine And Engine Cooling 12 recalls
Fuel System, Gasoline 11 recalls
Power Train 8 recalls
Suspension 5 recalls
Recall History
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. recalls by year
Browse 120 recalls across 44 years. Most recent first.
2025 5 recalls
Do Not Drive 25V798000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Crankshaft bushing can seize and cause engine stall
Engine And Engine Cooling · 19,823 affected · Nov 18, 2025
Do Not Drive 25V376000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Crankshaft bushing can seize and cause engine stall
Engine And Engine Cooling · 17,792 affected · Jul 7, 2025
Recall 25V363000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Improper electrical ground connection between battery and frame
Electrical System · 482 affected · Jun 23, 2025
Recall 25V146000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Clutch release lever can break
Power Train · 3,742 affected · Mar 6, 2025
Do Not Drive 25V118000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Loss of drive power from failed battery connection
Electrical System · 216 affected · Feb 24, 2025
2024 4 recalls
Do Not Drive 24V833000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Improperly welded head pipe may crack
N/A · 299 affected · Nov 5, 2024
Recall 24V680000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Ecu may improperly shift transmission to neutral
Engine And Engine Cooling · 1,150 affected · Sep 12, 2024
Recall 24V270000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Improperly manufactured front tire/fmvss 119
N/A · 525 affected · Apr 16, 2024
Recall 24V221000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Damaged spark plugs may cause engine stall
Electrical System · 1,579 affected · Mar 21, 2024
2023 1 recall
2022 4 recalls
Recall 22V912000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Engine stall while riding
Engine And Engine Cooling · 3,172 affected · Dec 9, 2022
Recall 22V913000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Speed display failure/fmvss 123
Electrical System · 200 affected · Dec 9, 2022
Recall 22V397000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Incorrect front brake rotor/fmvss 122
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,923 affected · Jun 7, 2022
Recall 22V122000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Inoperable horn
Electrical System · 1,660 affected · Mar 3, 2022
2021 3 recalls
Recall 21V819000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Improperly tightened exhaust pipe nuts
Engine And Engine Cooling · 574 affected · Oct 18, 2021
Recall 21V593000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Loss of oil pressure may cause engine stall
Engine And Engine Cooling · 1,523 affected · Jul 30, 2021
Recall 21V594000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Bearing failure may cause rear wheel to lock
Suspension · 857 affected · Jul 30, 2021
2020 4 recalls
Do Not Drive 20V774000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Camshaft chain tensioner improperly heat-treated
N/A · 1,770 affected · Dec 11, 2020
Do Not Drive 20V723000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Front brake master cylinder missing component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 84 affected · Nov 20, 2020
Do Not Drive 20V676000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Gear misengagement may cause transmission damage
Electrical System · 799 affected · Nov 2, 2020
Recall 20V307000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Damaged air suction valves may cause fire
Electrical System · 1,529 affected · May 27, 2020
2019 1 recall
2018 3 recalls
Recall 18V866000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Incorrect brake hose/sensor wire routing
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,173 affected · Dec 6, 2018
Recall 18V580000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Center stand may drop unexpectedly
Structure · 390 affected · Aug 30, 2018
Do Not Drive 18V089000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Transmission gears may break
Power Train · 3,964 affected · Feb 1, 2018
2017 3 recalls
Recall 17V774000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Improper ecu setting may cause engine stall
Electrical System · 9,914 affected · Dec 1, 2017
Do Not Drive 17V703000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Rear shock absorber mounting may elongate
Suspension · 2,383 affected · Nov 8, 2017
Recall 17V465000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Defective tail/brake light assembly
Exterior Lighting · 1,837 affected · Jul 11, 2017
2016 2 recalls
2015 2 recalls
2013 4 recalls
Recall 13V387000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Police use modifications/various safety issues
N/A · 337 affected · Aug 27, 2013
Recall 13V370000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Police use modifications/electrical system issues
N/A · 61 affected · Aug 16, 2013
Recall 13V328000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Motorcycle may stall
N/A · 11,097 affected · Jul 29, 2013
Recall 13V310000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Loss of abs function may allow wheel lock up
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,083 affected · Jul 11, 2013
2012 5 recalls
Recall 12V369000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Crankcase sealing
N/A · 4,170 affected · Aug 1, 2012
Recall 12V343000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Brake pedal and guard gap
N/A · 13,289 affected · Jul 20, 2012
Recall 12V134000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Electrical system failure
N/A · 273 affected · Mar 30, 2012
Recall 12V081000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Circlip breakage
N/A · 793 affected · Mar 1, 2012
Recall 12V064000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Regulator/rectifier
Electrical System · 20,512 affected · Feb 17, 2012
2011 3 recalls
Recall 11V363000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Wiring harness
Electrical System · 2,480 affected · Jul 19, 2011
Recall 11V313000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Inner tube
Tires · 436 affected · Jun 8, 2011
Recall 11V316000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel tank support pad
Fuel System, Other · 9,460 affected · Jun 8, 2011
2010 4 recalls
Recall 10V507000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Electronic control unit replacement
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 6,187 affected · Oct 19, 2010
Recall 10V323000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Brake pedal operation
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 6,764 affected · Jul 9, 2010
Recall 10V303000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Left front brake hose
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,161 affected · Jun 29, 2010
Recall 10V016000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Oil passage inspection
N/A · 740 affected · Jan 21, 2010
2009 6 recalls
Recall 09V464000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Porosity in the aluminum casting oil leak
N/A · 259 affected · Dec 2, 2009
Recall 09E015000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fmvss 108/aftermarket saddle bags block reflectors
N/A · 560 affected · Apr 13, 2009
Recall 09V072000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Headlight inspection/fmvss 108
Exterior Lighting · 18 affected · Mar 6, 2009
Recall 09V062000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Wires in the main harness
Electrical System · 16,167 affected · Feb 20, 2009
Recall 09V063000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Timing inspection caps
N/A · 950 affected · Feb 20, 2009
Recall 09V059000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Muffler mount bolt
Engine And Engine Cooling · 16,167 affected · Feb 19, 2009
2008 11 recalls
Recall 08V623000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Rear brake pedal
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 4,628 affected · Nov 26, 2008
Recall 08V520000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Turn signal assembly
Exterior Lighting · 5,804 affected · Oct 6, 2008
Recall 08V473000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel filler cap/fuel tank replacement
Fuel System, Gasoline · 604 affected · Sep 18, 2008
Recall 08V228000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Throttle and handlebar grip
N/A · 1,393 affected · May 20, 2008
Recall 08V222000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Frame fracture
N/A · 9,746 affected · May 16, 2008
Recall 08V158000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Air cleaner case inspection/repair
N/A · 487 affected · Apr 8, 2008
Recall 08V114000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel hose inspection/replacement
Fuel System, Gasoline · 31,789 affected · Mar 11, 2008
Recall 08V115000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Front brake hose bracket replacement
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,526 affected · Mar 11, 2008
Recall 08V052000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Tail light bulb replacement
Exterior Lighting · 532 affected · Feb 5, 2008
Recall 08V047000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Saddlebag latch
N/A · 4,645 affected · Jan 31, 2008
Recall 08V048000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Rear carrier platform
N/A · 3,336 affected · Jan 31, 2008
2007 6 recalls
Recall 07V486000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Muffler mounting bolts
Engine And Engine Cooling · 33,693 affected · Oct 16, 2007
Recall 07V235000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Rear shock mount weld
Suspension · 155 affected · Jun 11, 2007
Recall 07V244000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Sidestand spring welding
Structure · 5 affected · Jun 7, 2007
Recall 07V215000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Engine control unit/stalling
Electrical System · 5,906 affected · May 17, 2007
Recall 07V216000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel tank leaks
Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,352 affected · May 17, 2007
Recall 07V003000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel tank
Fuel System, Gasoline · 29,559 affected · Jan 3, 2007
2006 3 recalls
Recall 06V184000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Vehicle down sensor bolt
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,321 affected · May 26, 2006
Recall 06V130000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Steering damper bolt
Steering · 6,746 affected · Apr 24, 2006
Recall 06V005000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Lower fork triple clamp
N/A · 103 affected · Jan 10, 2006
2004 5 recalls
Recall 04V367000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/frontbrake hose
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 3,019 affected · Jul 30, 2004
Recall 04V373000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/front wheel
N/A · 4,995 affected · Jul 22, 2004
Recall 04V063000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/muffler brackets
Engine And Engine Cooling · 5,850 affected · Feb 18, 2004
Recall 04V023000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/oil filter
N/A · 6,958 affected · Jan 12, 2004
Recall 04V008000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/accelerator pump
N/A · 2,082 affected · Jan 6, 2004
2003 4 recalls
Recall 03V387000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/muffler clamp
Engine And Engine Cooling · 11,018 affected · Oct 16, 2003
Recall 03V255000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm
Fuel System, Gasoline · 405 affected · Jul 24, 2003
Recall 03V139000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/headlamp plug
Exterior Lighting · 750 affected · Apr 7, 2003
Recall 03V140000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/rear brake actuating cam
N/A · 5,102 affected · Apr 7, 2003
2002 3 recalls
Recall 02V324000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/oil leakage
Electrical System · 9,787 affected · Dec 6, 2002
Recall 02V261000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/transmission shaft
Power Train · 698 affected · Sep 23, 2002
Recall 02V123000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/wiring harness
Electrical System · 4,450 affected · May 2, 2002
2001 3 recalls
Recall 01V323000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/tire valve stem nuts
Tires · 6,305 affected · Oct 10, 2001
Recall 01V294000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/wiring harness routing
Electrical System · 3,100 affected · Sep 17, 2001
Recall 01V010000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/ignition module
Electrical System · 1,000 affected · Jan 16, 2001
2000 3 recalls
Recall 00V384000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/fuel gauge
Fuel System, Gasoline · 3,279 affected · Nov 21, 2000
Recall 00E072000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/motorcycle accessory footpegs
N/A · 600 affected · Nov 21, 2000
Recall 00V365000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/fuel vent leakage
Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,506 affected · Nov 14, 2000
1999 3 recalls
Recall 99V338000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/fuel hose/filter
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,800 affected · Dec 7, 1999
Recall 99V337000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/clutch
Power Train · 3,504 affected · Dec 3, 1999
Recall 99V067000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Kawasaki/fuel injection system
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,779 affected · Apr 6, 1999
1998 1 recall
1997 2 recalls
1995 2 recalls
1994 1 recall
1993 1 recall
1992 1 recall
1991 1 recall
1990 1 recall
1989 1 recall
1988 3 recalls
Recall 88E013000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Equipment:other pieces
N/A · 78 affected · Jun 1, 1988
Recall 88V089000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Wheels:hub
Wheels · 1,497 affected · Jun 1, 1988
Recall 88V003000
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Fuel:fuel lines:hoses:non-metallic
Fuel System, Gasoline · 450 affected · Jan 12, 1988
1987 1 recall
1985 1 recall
1984 2 recalls
1983 1 recall
1982 1 recall
1981 2 recalls
1977 1 recall
1976 1 recall
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. Recall FAQ
Common questions about Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.
How many recalls has Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. issued?
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. has issued 120 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 536,798 vehicles since 1975. The most recent recall was reported 2025-11-18.
How do I check if my Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. and any sub-brand or component supplier.
Are Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.
Does Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. have any "Do Not Drive" recalls?
Yes — 9 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. recalls carry a NHTSA "Do Not Drive" warning, meaning the affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Look for the red Do Not Drive badge on individual recall cards below.
Which Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. components are most commonly recalled?
The top recalled components for Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. are: Electrical System (22), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (15), Engine And Engine Cooling (12), Fuel System, Gasoline (11), Power Train (8). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.
Where does this Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. recall data come from?
All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a..