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NHTSA Recall 16V535000: Shock absorber (suspension)

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,282 vehicles. It affects 2017 Kawasaki Z125 Pro.

1,282
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (July 26)
NHTSA campaign16V535000
Manufacturer campaignMC16-04
ComponentSUSPENSION › REAR › SHOCK ABSORBER
Report receivedJuly 13, 2016
Owner notificationJuly 26, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kawasaki Z125 Pro motorcycles manufactured February 4, 2016 through June 7, 2016. In the affected motorcycles, the shock absorbers may leak oil and lose their function.

Safety risk

Loss of function of the shock absorbers may affect the motorcycle's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC16-04.

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 16V535000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki Z125 Pro2017

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.