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NHTSA Recall 22V397000: Disc (service brakes)

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,923 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kawasaki LX230A.

1,923
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (June 23)
NHTSA campaign22V397000
Manufacturer campaignMC22-04
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC
Report receivedJune 7, 2022
Owner notificationJune 23, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 LX230A and 2022 LX230G motorcycles. The incorrect front brake rotor may have been installed, which can reduce brake performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."

Safety risk

Reduced brake performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front brake rotor and pads, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC22-04.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V397000

Make and modelModel years
Kawasaki LX230A2020, 2021
Kawasaki LX230G2022

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.