Kawasaki Z900 problems & recalls

Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019 z900 abs, z900 rs abs & z900 rs cafe abs motorcycles. the abs hydraulic unit (abs unit) may have been contaminated with debris during the manufacturing process, possibly resulting in the front or rear wheel locking up when braking while riding.

Risk: If the front or rear wheel locks up while braking, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Kawasaki has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the abs unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began february 15, 2019. owners may contact kawasaki customer care at 1-866-802-9381. kawasaki's number for this recall is mc19-01.

Problem: Kawasaki motor corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2018 kawasaki z900, z900 abs, and z900rs vehicles. the rear brake hose and rear wheel rotation sensor wire may have been incorrectly routed, allowing them to contact the rear tire.

Risk: If the brake hose contacts the rear tire, the hose may be damaged, reducing the braking performance. if the wheel rotation wire gets damaged, the abs may not function properly. either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and rear wheel sensor wire routing, correcting the routing and replacing any damaged component, free of charge. the recall began december 17, 2018. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc18-06.

Problem: Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a. (kmc) is recalling certain 2017-2018 zr900ah, zr900bh and zr900bj motorcycles. the rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.

Risk: If the rear shock absorber does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kmc will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. the recall began on december 4, 2017. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc17-04.