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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Motorcycles & ATVs

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Ninja H2 and Z H2 Motorcycles Recalled for Engine Stall Risk

Agency Publication Date: December 9, 2022
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Summary

Kawasaki is recalling approximately 3,172 motorcycles, including various Ninja H2 and Z H2 models from the 2015-2023 model years. The recall is due to a camshaft chain tensioner plunger that can lock, which may cause the engine to stall suddenly while the motorcycle is in motion. Owners can have this issue resolved through a free replacement of the camshaft chain tensioner at authorized dealerships.

Risk

If the camshaft chain tensioner locks, the engine may stall unexpectedly while riding. This sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash or serious injury to the rider and others on the road.

What You Should Do

  1. Check the model information for your motorcycle to see if it is one of the affected models: 2015-2018 Ninja H2 (ZX1000), 2018 Ninja H2 (ZX1002A/B), 2019-2021 Ninja H2 SX SE+ (ZX1002D), 2019-2022 Ninja H2 SX SE (ZX1002J), 2020-2023 Z H2 (ZR1000K), 2021-2022 Z H2 SE (ZR1000L), 2022 Ninja H2 SX (ZX1002R), or 2023 Z H2 (ZR1002L).
  2. Contact an authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free appointment to have the camshaft chain tensioner replaced.
  3. If you have questions, contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. customer service at 1-866-802-9381.
  4. For additional information, 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

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free replacement of the camshaft chain tensioner.

How to: Contact a Kawasaki dealer to have the camshaft chain tensioner replaced free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2015-2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2
Part / Model:
ZX1000
Product: 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 / Ninja H2 Carbon
Part / Model:
ZX1002A
ZX1002B
Product: 2019-2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE+
Part / Model:
ZX1002D
Product: 2019-2022 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
Part / Model:
ZX1002J
Product: 2020-2023 Kawasaki Z H2
Part / Model:
ZR1000K
Product: 2021-2022 Kawasaki Z H2 SE
Part / Model:
ZR1000L
Product: 2022 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX
Part / Model:
ZX1002R
Product: 2023 Kawasaki Z H2
Part / Model:
ZR1002L

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 22V912000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Sold By: Kawasaki dealers
Units Affected: 3,172 vehicles(32% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: December 21, 2022
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
Agency Last Updated: December 28, 2022

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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 ยท Raw API Response