Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V324000 Reported December 6, 2002

Kawasaki/oil leakage

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · Electrical System · 9,787 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V324000
Manufacturer Campaign
MC02-011
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
9,787
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 6, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain 2000 zx1200-a1/a1-l, 2001 zx1200-a2/a2-l, and 2002-2003 zx1200-b1/b1-l motorcycles, oil leaking from the alternator lead electrical connector can be deposited onto the rear tire.

Safety Consequence

This can create the potential for a loss of traction for braking or cornering, and can lead to a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will seal the alternator lead wires. owner notification began begin december 16, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference recall ID 02V324000 or campaign MC02-011.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V324000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V324000?

NHTSA recall 02V324000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on December 6, 2002. It addresses: Kawasaki/oil leakage. The recall affects approximately 9,787 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V324000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC02-011. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.