Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Safety Recalls in 2021

Updated on March 31, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 18, 2021

(Campaign #: MC21-07)

Improperly Tightened Exhaust Pipe Nuts

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020 W800 CAFE (EJ800C), and 2020-2021 W800 (EJ800D) motorcycles. The exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.

NHTSA ID: 21V819000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

# of Units Affected: 574

Consequence Summary:

The exhaust pipe nuts and collar may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-07.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 71.6

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July 30, 2021

(Campaign #: MC21-05)

Loss of Oil Pressure May Cause Engine Stall

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ninja H2, Ninja H2 Carbon, Z H2, 2021 Ninja H2 SX SE+, ZX-10R, ZX-10R ABS, ZX-10R KRT Edition, ZX-10R ABS KRT Edition, ZX-10RR, and Z H2 SE motorcycles. The engine oil pressure relief valve may come apart, causing a loss of oil pressure and possible engine stall.

NHTSA ID: 21V593000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

# of Units Affected: 1,523

Consequence Summary:

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will replace the relief valve, 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 MC21-05.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 81.02

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July 30, 2021

(Campaign #: MC21-04)

Bearing Failure May Cause Rear Wheel To Lock

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.

NHTSA ID: 21V594000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 857

Consequence Summary:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 71.3

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