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Kawasaki Ninja 300 problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2013–2015: 1 recall campaign and 45 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

201320142015

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
2013142
201402
201501

What owners complain about (all years)

Engine32
Power Train4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Electrical System2
Steering2
Service Brakes1
Tires1

Recent recalls

Electrical System #13V328000 · 2013 · 11,097 units

Problem: Kawasaki motors corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 ninja 300 and 300 abs motorcycles manufactured july 16, 2012, through april 27, 2013. due to an improper setting in the electronic control unit (ecu), the motorcycle may stall under deceleration.

Risk: A stall under deceleration increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ecu. the recall began on august 5, 2013. owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

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