NHTSA Recall 12V064000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system) and 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,512 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V064000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | February 17, 2012 |
| Owner notification | February 24, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ninja zx-10r, and 2009-2012 ninja zx-6r motorcycles manufactured from december 14, 2007 through july 26, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, the regulator/rectifier may insufficiently charge the battery.
Safety risk
If the battery discharges, the motorcycle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the voltage regulator, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 24, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 949-770-0400.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V064000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.