2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 25,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. The part named most often is body and structure, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by other or unknown (1) and steering (1). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 25,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure3 50%
- Other or unknown1 17%
- Steering1 17%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “Dt: the contact noticed the main frame and swing arm cracked three months after purchase. As a result, the rear tire was tilted two degrees to the left. The vehicle is currently being repaired. Updated 1/4/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10144495, filed 2005-12, 6,053 milesOther or unknown: “The frame has cracked at where the motor mount is located,,I understand this is a common issue and needs to be fixed ..it fell over one night ..I don't have photos right now”
NHTSA complaint #11101550, filed 2018-06, 38,000 milesSteering: “Consumer was operating subject motorcycle on august 28, 2004, lost control of the motorcycle, hit a curb, and was thrown from the motorcycle. The consumer was thrown into a tree and died upon impact. Recall notification letter (NHTSA campaign number 04v-373000) was postmarked (ca) 2 days prior to date of fatality incident; however, recall notification letter was not delivered to new jersey address until after the incident had occurred. Sergeant dennis gorman (nj police department) furnished complaint information. For further additional information, please contact sergeant d. …”
NHTSA complaint #10092018, filed 2004-09Transmission and drivetrain: “Problems with transmission shifting gears. It was hard for the consumer to get the vehicle to shift into third or sixth gear. When the vehicle was in motion the consumer found it hard to shift to the third gear and almost got hit by a tractor trailer because he was unable to shift immediately. This was one of several incidents. (Kawasaki zx-10r ninja) consumer sold motorcycle due to the problems encountered.”
NHTSA complaint #10087560, filed 2004-08Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,000 and 32,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 04V373000Jul 22, 2004WheelsCovers: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2004, ZX1000-C1 2004
On certain motorcycles, the front wheel may contain a casting flaw which could result in a wheel failure.
Recall details for the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R.
Other model years of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 | 25,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 1.
Has the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 25,000 miles and the middle half falls between 18,000 and 32,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.