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NHTSA Recall 20V723000: Master cylinder (service brakes)

Do not drive Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 84 vehicles. It affects 2021 Kawasaki ZX1400J.

84
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (December 4)
NHTSA campaign20V723000
Manufacturer campaignMC20-11
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER
Report receivedNovember 20, 2020
Owner notificationDecember 4, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2021 Ninja ZX-14R motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder may be missing an internal component, which can cause inconsistent front braking force.

Safety risk

Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair is complete. The recall began December 4, 2020. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC20-11.

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 20V723000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki ZX1400J2021

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.