Recall 21V-593: 2020–2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2, 2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX and 6 more
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 30, 2021, covering about 1,523 vehicles.
The problem
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ninja H2, Ninja H2 Carbon, Z H2, 2021 Ninja H2 SX SE+, ZX-10R, ZX-10R ABS, ZX-10R KRT Edition, ZX-10R ABS KRT Edition, ZX-10RR, and Z H2 SE motorcycles. The engine oil pressure relief valve may come apart, causing a loss of oil pressure and possible engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the relief valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-05.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V593000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Ninja H2 | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX | 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki Z H2 | 2020 | All years |
| Kawasaki ZR1000K | 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki ZR1000L | 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki ZX1002L | 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki ZX1002M | 2021 | All years |
| Kawasaki ZX1002N | 2021 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-593?
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ninja H2, Ninja H2 Carbon, Z H2, 2021 Ninja H2 SX SE+, ZX-10R, ZX-10R ABS, ZX-10R KRT Edition, ZX-10R ABS KRT Edition, ZX-10RR, and Z H2 SE motorcycles. The engine oil pressure relief valve may come apart, causing a loss of oil pressure and possible engine stall.
How is recall 21V-593 fixed?
Dealers will replace the relief valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-05.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.