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NHTSA Recall 01V294000: Electrical system: wiring

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,100 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kawasaki ZR1200-A1.

3,100
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2001
owners notified (October 1)
NHTSA campaign01V294000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING
Report receivedSeptember 17, 2001
Owner notificationOctober 1, 2001
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Vehicle description: motorcycles. A section of the wiring harness located above the headlight is routed incorrectly.

Safety risk

As a result, turning the handlebar can cause abrasion of the wire harness sheath and wiring insulation leading to malfunction of the turn signals, instrument lights, or indicator lights. Malfunction of any of these items could create the risk of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will re-route the wiring harness and examine the harness and clamp for any signs of damage. Damaged clamps or wires will be repaired or replaced as appropriate. Owner notification began october 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 01V294000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki ZR1200-A12001
Kawasaki ZR1200-A1/L2001
Kawasaki ZRX1200-A2001

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.