Bearing failure may cause rear wheel to lock
Defect Summary
Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2018 ninja h2 sx, ninja h2 sx se, and 2019-2021 ninja h2 sx se+ motorcycles. an insufficient amount of grease in the rear hub needle-bearing may cause it to fail, which could result in the rear wheel locking up.
Safety Consequence
Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the needle-bearing, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 23, 2021. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc21-04.
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Other recalls from Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 21V594000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V594000?
NHTSA recall 21V594000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on July 30, 2021. It addresses: Bearing failure may cause rear wheel to lock. The recall affects approximately 857 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V594000 or the manufacturer campaign number MC21-04. 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.