NHTSA recall 08V222000
Structure · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Details
What's wrong: The rear suspension can collapse when a crossmember separates from the frame.
Why it matters: Failure of the frame could result in the rear of the motorcycle collapsing creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will check the torque of the engine mount adjusting collars and inspect and possibly replace the frame if necessary. The recall began on June 2, 2008.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2006 Kawasaki ZX14A6F
- 2006 Kawasaki ZX14A6FL
- 2007 Kawasaki ZX14A7F
- 2007 Kawasaki ZX14A7FA
- 2007 Kawasaki ZX14A7FAL
- 2007 Kawasaki ZX14A7FL
- Kawasaki ZX14A6F
- Kawasaki ZX14A6FL
- Kawasaki ZX14A7F
- Kawasaki ZX14A7FA
- Kawasaki ZX14A7FAL
- Kawasaki ZX14A7FL
All model years NHTSA lists
2006 Kawasaki Zx14A6F, 2006 Kawasaki Zx14A6Fl, 2007 Kawasaki Zx14A7F, 2007 Kawasaki Zx14A7Fa, 2007 Kawasaki Zx14A7Fal, 2007 Kawasaki Zx14A7Fl.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 08V222000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.