Recall
Kawasaki Zx-10r — 12V369000
NHTSA ID
12V369000
Make
Kawasaki
Model
Zx-10r
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2012-08-01
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Units Affected
4,170
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 ZX-10R (ZX1000JBF/JBFL/KBF/KBFL/JCF/JCFL/KCF/KCFL) 'NINJA' motorcycles. Engine oil may leak from the crankcase at the starter mounting point and pool on top of the crankcase. Continued use in this condition can allow oil to spill over onto the rear tire.
Consequence
If oil spills onto the rear tire, there is an increased risk of a crash, leading to personal injury or death.
Remedy
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will remove the starter and seal the crankcase, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 8, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.