CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:SPARK PLUGS
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2023-2024 Kawasaki ZX400-series motorcycles may have had their spark plugs damaged during manufacturing. Affected bikes can show unstable idling, hesitation while riding, and engine stalling.
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Owners should watch for rough idling or hesitation and have their motorcycle checked promptly. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 1, 2024. Check your VIN for open recalls and contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381 if you have questions.
Authorized Kawasaki dealers will replace all four spark plugs at no cost to the owner.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki ZX400P | 20232024 |
| Kawasaki ZX400S | 2023 |