2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 recalls and problems

The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kawasaki dealer.

Urgent: recall 20V-774 carries a "do not drive" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.

Recalls

Complaints

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 recalls

Recall 20V-774: Engine and Engine Cooling, Engine

Do not driveReported Dec 11, 2020 · 1,770 vehicles affected · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

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.

Risk: A damaged camshaft chain tensioner can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Nov 27, 2024

This issue has been documented on hundreds of KAWASAKI NINJA400 Motorcycles ranging from 2019 to 2023. The clutch will malfunction and slip with miles as low as 200. I personally have a ninja 400 from the dealership with 7000 miles on it and the clutch is indeed slipping abnormally and this has almost caused me in many times to loose control as it creates a very unpredictable situation. for many drivers. This needs to be recalled as kawasaki is avoiding this due to the âcostsâ. This is unacceptable please do your investigation into this further as to see how notorious this problem actually…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400: 20V-774 (engine and engine cooling, engine). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 400?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports).

Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.