2021 Kawasaki EX400G/NINJA 400/Z400 - Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign: 20V774000
1,770 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2021
- Makes
- Kawasaki
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Potential units affected
- 1,770 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2020-12-11
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Kawasaki EX400G
- 2021 Kawasaki NINJA 400
- 2021 Kawasaki Z400
What’s the problem?
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2021 Z400 ABS (ER400D), Ninja 400 (EX400H) and Ninja 400 ABS (EX400G) motorcycles. The strength of the camshaft chain tensioner may be insufficient due to improper heat treatment, possibly causing it to be damaged.
What could happen?
A damaged camshaft chain tensioner can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-13.