Vehicle Make / Model: KAWASAKI / ZX-10R |
Model Year(s): 2011-2012 |
Manufacturer: KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Mfr’s Report Date: JUL 31, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V369000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4,170
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.
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