2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX.
Recalls
Electrical System, Power Train #20V676000 · 2020 · 799 units
Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2018-2020 ninja h2 sx, ninja h2 sxse, and 2019-2020 ninja h2 sxse+ motorcycles. in the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ecu) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high rpm during transmission. if the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine rpm can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.
Risk: Damaged gears and the inability to shift can cause the engine to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fi-ecu software, free of charge. owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. the recall began november 16, 2020. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc20-10.
Suspension #21V594000 · 2021 · 857 units
Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2018 ninja h2 sx, ninja h2 sx se, and 2019-2021 ninja h2 sx se+ motorcycles. an insufficient amount of grease in the rear hub needle-bearing may cause it to fail, which could result in the rear wheel locking up.
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the needle-bearing, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 23, 2021. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc21-04.
Engine And Engine Cooling #22V912000 · 2022 · 3,172 units
Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2015-2018 zx1000, 2018 zx1002a, zx1002b, 2019-2021 zx1002d, 2019-2022 zx1002j, 2020-2023 zr1000k, 2021-2022 zr1000l, 2022 zx1002r, and 2023 zr1002l (ninja h2, ninja h2 carbon, ninja h2 sx, ninja h2 sx se, ninja h2 sx se+, z h2, and z h2 se) motorcycles. please see the attached model information chart for a detailed list of model codes, names and years. the plunger in the camshaft chain tensioner may lock, which can result in an engine stall while riding.
Risk: An engine stall while riding can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 21, 2022. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.