Motorcycle Recall - Kawasaki ZX-10R Motorcycles Recall
NHTSA Campaign ID:
12V369000
Component:
Engine and Engine Cooling
Manufacturer:
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Recall Date: 07/31/2012
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 4170
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Defect Summary:
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ZX-10R (ZX1000JBF/JBFL/KBF/KBFL/JCF/JCFL/KCF/KCFL) 'NINJA' motorcycles. Engine oil may leak from the crankcase at the starter mounting point and pool on top of the crankcase. Continued use in this condition can allow oil to spill over onto the rear tire.
Consequence Summary:
If oil spills onto the rear tire, there is an increased risk of a crash, leading to personal injury or death.
Corrective Summary:
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will remove the starter and seal the crankcase, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin shortly. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
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