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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Ninja ZX-4R and ZX-4RR Motorcycles Recalled for Damaged Spark Plugs

Agency Publication Date: March 21, 2024
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Summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is recalling approximately 1,579 motorcycles, specifically the 2023-2024 Ninja ZX-4R and ZX-4RR models. The spark plugs in these vehicles may have been damaged during the manufacturing process, which can lead to unstable idling or engine hesitation. This defect can cause the engine to stall unexpectedly, and dealers will replace all four spark plugs in affected units free of charge.

Risk

A sudden engine stall while riding can cause a loss of power and control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your vehicle's model and year to see if it is one of the affected 2023-2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition, Ninja ZX-4R, or ZX-4RR motorcycles (model codes ZX400S and ZX400P).
  2. Contact an authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free appointment to have all four spark plugs replaced.
  3. If you have already received a notification letter (mailed April 1, 2024), present it to your dealer to facilitate the repair process.
  4. For more information, contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. customer service at 1-866-802-9381 and reference recall number MC27-04.
  5. For additional questions or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Free replacement of all four spark plugs.

How to: Contact an authorized Kawasaki dealer to have the spark plugs replaced at no cost.

Affected Products

Product: 2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition
Part / Model:
ZX400S
Product: 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R
Part / Model:
ZX400P
Product: 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR
Part / Model:
ZX400P

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24V221000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Sold By: Authorized Kawasaki dealers
Units Affected: 1,579 vehicles(16% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: April 1, 2024
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: MC27-04
Agency Last Updated: June 27, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response