CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
- Problem
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kawasaki Z125 Pro motorcycles manufactured February 4, 2016 through June 7, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, the shock absorbers may leak oil and lose their function.
- Risk
- Loss of function of the shock absorbers may affect the motorcycle's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC16-04.
- Notes
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Rear shock absorbers on certain motorcycles may leak oil and lose their ability to dampen movement. When this happens, the bike's handling can be affected, which raises the risk of a crash.
The free repair is to replace the rear shock absorbers at an authorized dealer. Kawasaki will notify owners directly. If you have questions, you can contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381 and reference recall MC16-04. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kawasaki Z125 PRO | 2017 |
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