Kawasaki ZX1100 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1990–2000: 1 recall campaign and 16 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic #92V002000 · 1992 · 1,760 units
Problem: The rear brake hose from the master cylinder to the caliper can contact the rear disc brake, possibly abrading the hose.
Risk: Abrasion of the rear brake hose can cause brake fluidleakage, which would result in loss of rear brake effectiveness.
Fix: Reroute rear brake hose to avoid abrasion from the rear disc brake.
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