Do Not Drive NHTSA · 18V089000 Reported February 1, 2018

Transmission gears may break

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · Power Train · 3,964 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
18V089000
Manufacturer Campaign
MC18-01
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
3,964
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 1, 2018
Completion Rate
79.56

Defect Summary

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2016-2018 zx-10r and zx-10rr (zx1000r, zx1000s, and zx1000z) motorcycles. a high impact force may cause the transmission gears to break during shifting.

Safety Consequence

If the transmission gears break it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 2nd, 3rd, 4th output gears and the 2nd input gear, free of charge. owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. the recall began on february 26, 2018. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc18-01.

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 18V089000 or campaign MC18-01.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 18V089000

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

What is recall 18V089000?

NHTSA recall 18V089000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on February 1, 2018. It addresses: Transmission gears may break. The recall affects approximately 3,964 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V089000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC18-01. 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.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

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.