2017-2018 Kawasaki Z900/ZR900 - Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign: 17V703000
2,383 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2017-2018
- Makes
- Kawasaki
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
- Potential units affected
- 2,383 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2017-11-08
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Kawasaki Z900
- 2017 Kawasaki ZR900
What’s the problem?
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.
What could happen?
If the rear shock absorber does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.