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⛔ Do not drive until fixed💥 Crash riskNHTSA 20V676📅 Nov 3, 2020

2018–2020 Kawasaki Ninja & 2018–2020 Kawasaki ZX1002A + 3 more recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.

💥 The risk

Damaged gears and the inability to shift can cause the engine to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
20V676000
Manufacturer recall #
MC20-10
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Vehicles affected
799
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Owner phone
1-866-802-9381
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 16, 2020
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 20V676 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 20V676?

2018–2020 Kawasaki Ninja & 2018–2020 Kawasaki ZX1002A + 3 more. 799 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Kawasaki dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-802-9381. Do not drive the vehicle until it is repaired.