NHTSA Recall 19V083000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module and antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (service brakes)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 497 vehicles. It affects 2019 Kawasaki Z900.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V083000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MC19-01 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP |
| Report received | February 8, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019 Z900 ABS, Z900 RS ABS & Z900 RS CAFE ABS motorcycles. The ABS hydraulic unit (ABS unit) may have been contaminated with debris during the manufacturing process, possibly resulting in the front or rear wheel locking up when braking while riding.
Safety risk
If the front or rear wheel locks up while braking, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kawasaki has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Kawasaki Customer Care at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC19-01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V083000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki Z900 | 2019 |
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.