Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V515000 Reported July 26, 2023

Engine may stall

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. · Electrical System · 991 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
23V515000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
991
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 26, 2023
Completion Rate
76.29

Defect Summary

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2023 zx400spfnl motorcycles. the alternator may fail due to a loose connection between the rotor and crank shaft, causing an engine stall.

Safety Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and tighten the rotor bolt, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 14, 2023. owners may contact kmc customer service 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 23V515000 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 23V515000

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

What is recall 23V515000?

NHTSA recall 23V515000 was issued by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. on July 26, 2023. It addresses: Engine may stall. The recall affects approximately 991 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 23V515000 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.