| Recall Date: |
FEB 20, 2009 |
| Component: |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Model Affected: |
KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R |
| Units Affected: |
950
Recall Details
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Recall Date:
FEB 20, 2009
Model Affected:
2009 KAWASAKI KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R
Summary
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 950 MY 2009 NINJA ZX10R (ZX1000E9F/E9FA/E9FAL) MOTORCYCLES. THE TIMING INSPECTION CAPS ON THE STARTER CLUTCH COVER MAY COME LOOSE DUE TO IMPROPER TIGHTENING AND FALL OUT, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE REAR TIRE.
Consequence
THIS COULD CREATE A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE TIMING INSPECTION CAPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.
Units Affected:
950
Notes
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
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