Kawasaki Motors Corporation U.S.A. has announced a recall on several 2020 and 2021 models due to an improper assembly.
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall was initiated because the installed engine oil relief pressure valve could come apart during operation, which may lead to engine stalling and loss of oil pressure.
Reports suggest a total of 1,523 individual bikes is involved with the recall in the U.S., which includes:
- 2021 Kawasaki Z H2 S.E. (81 units)
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR (50 units)
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and K.R.T. Edition (391 units)
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS and K.R.T. Edition (527 units)
- 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE+ (120 units)
- 2020/2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 and Ninja H2 Carbon (30 units)
- 2020/2021 Kawasaki Z H2 (342 units)
The recall will see authorized Kawasaki dealers to replace the valve on the affected models, free of charge.
