Kawasaki W800 problems & recalls
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Electrical System #22V122000 · 2022 · 1,660 units
Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ej800c and 2020-2022 ej800d motorcycles. the harness securing the vehicle's horn may break due to engine vibration, causing the horn to become inoperable.
Risk: An inoperable horn may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the horn, the horn mount bracket, and the horn harness, free of charge. interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed april 4, 2022. remedy parts are expected to become available in may 2022. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc22-03.
Engine And Engine Cooling #21V819000 · 2021 · 574 units
Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2020 w800 cafe (ej800c), and 2020-2021 w800 (ej800d) motorcycles. the exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.
Risk: The exhaust pipe nuts and collar may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 2, 2021. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc21-07.
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