2020–2022 Kawasaki LX230A, Kawasaki LX230G: Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
NHTSA campaign 22V397000 · 1,923 units potentially affected · filed Jun 7, 2022
What's wrong
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 LX230A and 2022 LX230G motorcycles. The incorrect front brake rotor may have been installed, which can reduce brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Why it matters
Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front brake rotor and pads, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC22-04.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V397000
- Manufacturer no.
- MC22-04
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
- Units affected
- 1,923
- Report received
- Jun 7, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jun 23, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Kawasaki LX230A 2020, 2021
- Kawasaki LX230G 2022