NHTSA Recall 18V580000: Kickstand/center stand (structure)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 390 vehicles. It affects 2018 Kawasaki Ninja.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V580000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MC18-05 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › MOTORCYCLE › KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND |
| Report received | August 30, 2018 |
| Owner notification | September 19, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (ZXT02BJ) motorcycles. The pin for the center stand spring may have been improperly welded, and, as a result, the pin may shift or fall off resulting in the spring detaching and the center stand dropping to the ground unexpectedly and dragging while riding.
Safety risk
The dragging center stand can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left center stand bracket, free of charge. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC18-05.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V580000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki Ninja | 2018 |
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.