Damaged air suction valves may cause fire
Defect Summary
Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ninja zx-10r, ninja zx-10r abs, and ninja zx-10r abs krt edition motorcycles. the engine control unit (ecu) programming may cause the engine to backfire when the quick shift function is used under high engine load, possibly resulting in damage to the air suction valves.
Safety Consequence
Damaged air suction valves may allow high temperature exhaust gas to blow back through and melt surrounding parts, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ecu and inspect the air suction valves and surrounding parts, replacing them as necessary. all repairs will be performed free of charge. this recall began june 8, 2020. owners may contact kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kawasaki's number for this recall is mc20-02.
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FAQ: Recall 20V307000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V307000?
NHTSA recall 20V307000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on May 27, 2020. It addresses: Damaged air suction valves may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 1,529 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 20V307000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC20-02. 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.