Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V222000 Reported May 16, 2008

Frame fracture

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · N/A · 9,746 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V222000
Manufacturer Campaign
MC 08-12
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
9,746
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 16, 2008

Defect Summary

Kawasaki is recalling certain my 2006-2007 'ninja' zx14 motorcycles. the rear suspension can collapse when a crossmember separates from the frame.

Safety Consequence

Failure of the frame could result in the rear of the motorcycle collapsing creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Corrective Action

Dealers will check the torque of the engine mount adjusting collars and inspect and possibly replace the frame if necessary. the recall began on june 2, 2008. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

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 08V222000 or campaign MC 08-12.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V222000

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

What is recall 08V222000?

NHTSA recall 08V222000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on May 16, 2008. It addresses: Frame fracture. The recall affects approximately 9,746 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V222000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC 08-12. 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.