Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 1, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Improper ECU Setting may cause Engine Stall

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Z125 PRO & PRO KRT Edition motorcycles, models BR125JHF and BR125JJF. The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have an improper setting for the fuel injection, allowing the engine to stall.

NHTSA ID: 17V774000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 9,914

Consequence Summary:

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2017. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 61.16

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November 8, 2017

(Campaign #: MC17-04)

Rear Shock Absorber Mounting may Elongate

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.

NHTSA ID: 17V703000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 2,383

Consequence Summary:

If the rear shock absorber does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: Yes

Completion Rate (%): 88.06

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July 11, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Defective Tail/Brake Light Assembly

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2017 Versys-X 300 motorcycles. A loose tail/brake light socket may allow the bulb to fall out.

NHTSA ID: 17V465000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

# of Units Affected: 1,837

Consequence Summary:

Without a working tail/brake light, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tail/brake light socket, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 91.14

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