Kawasaki Ninja (2018) – 18V580000

Defect Description For Recall

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Sx Se (Zxt02Bj) Motorcycles. The Pin For The Center Stand Spring May Have Been Improperly Welded, And, As A Result, The Pin May Shift Or Fall Off Resulting In The Spring Detaching And The Center Stand Dropping To The Ground Unexpectedly And Dragging While Riding.

Make Of Vehicle

KAWASAKI

Model Of Vehicle

NINJA

Year

2018

Recall Campaign Number

18V580000

Component Description

Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand

Effect Of Defect

The Dragging Center Stand Can Cause A Loss Of Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Kawasaki Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Left Center Stand Bracket, Free Of Charge. Owners May Contact Kawasaki Customer Service At 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki’S Number For This Recall Is Mc18-05.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Start Of Manufacture

20171211

End Of Manufacture

20180416

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

390

Date Owners Notified

20180919

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Date Report Received

20180830

Make Campaign Number

MC18-05

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard