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2023–2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR, Kawasaki ZX400P, Kawasaki ZX400S: Electrical System recall

NHTSA campaign 24V221000 · 1,579 units potentially affected · filed Mar 21, 2024

What's wrong

Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ZX400S and ZX400P (2023 Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition, 2024 Ninja ZX-4R, and 4RR) motorcycles. The spark plugs may have been damaged during the vehicle manufacturing process, which can result in unstable idling, hesitation, and engine stalling.

Why it matters

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace all four spark plugs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2024. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC27-04.

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
24V221000
Manufacturer no.
MC27-04
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:SPARK PLUGS
Units affected
1,579
Report received
Mar 21, 2024
Owner letters
Apr 1, 2024
Type
Vehicle

Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.

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