NHTSA Recall 20V307000: Software (electrical system) and gasoline (engine and engine cooling)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,529 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kawasaki ZX1002E.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V307000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MC20-02 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE |
| Report received | May 27, 2020 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019-2020 NINJA ZX-10R, NINJA ZX-10R ABS, and NINJA ZX-10R ABS KRT EDITION motorcycles. The engine control unit (ECU) programming may cause the engine to backfire when the quick shift function is used under high engine load, possibly resulting in damage to the air suction valves.
Safety risk
Damaged air suction valves may allow high temperature exhaust gas to blow back through and melt surrounding parts, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU and inspect the air suction valves and surrounding parts, replacing them as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC20-02.
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 20V307000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki ZX1002E | 2019, 2020 |
| Kawasaki ZX1002F | 2019, 2020 |
| Kawasaki ZX1002G | 2019, 2020 |
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.