Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2000–2000: 3 recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
By year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 3 | 12 |
What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Tires #01V323000 · 2001 · 6,305 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the nuts securing the tire valve stems to the wheels can fail, resulting in a loss of tire air pressure.
Risk: If this occurs, air pressure will be lost from the wheel/tire, resulting in the possibility of loss of control.
Fix: Dealers will replace the valve nut and washer. owner notification began october 25, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.
Fuel System, Gasoline #00V384000 · 2000 · 3,279 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the fuel gauge and low fuel warning system may not provide accurate indication of low fuel levels.
Risk: The operator could run out of fuel without warning, causing the operator to become distracted, or to slow unexpectedly in traffic, creating the risk of a crash.
Fix: dealers will replace the fuel gauge sending components.
Fuel System, Gasoline #00V365000 · 2000 · 4,506 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. a leaking vent pipe in the fuel tank can allow fuel to drain onto the ground.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will insert a supporting brace into the tank to dampen any effects of vibration on the vent pipe.
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