Safety Recall NHTSA · 10V016000 Reported January 21, 2010

Oil passage inspection

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · N/A · 740 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10V016000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
740
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 21, 2010

Defect Summary

Kawasaki is recalling model year 2009 super sherpa kl250g9f motorcycles. On eligible units, blockage of an oil passage in the engine might restrict oil flow to the cylinder head.

Safety Consequence

This could result in the engine losing power and eventually stopping which could create the risk of a crash while operating the vehicle resulting in injury or death.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the oil system and repair the cylinder head free of charge. the recall began on january 25, 2010. owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department 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 10V016000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10V016000

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

What is recall 10V016000?

NHTSA recall 10V016000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on January 21, 2010. It addresses: Oil passage inspection. The recall affects approximately 740 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 10V016000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.