2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 10,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1. The part named most often is electrical system, with 2 complaints (17% of the total), followed by engine cooling (2) and fuel system (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 10,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns 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.
- Electrical system2 17%
- Engine cooling2 17%
- Fuel system2 17%
- Exterior lighting1 8.3%
- Steering1 8.3%
- Suspension1 8.3%
- Tires1 8.3%
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Wires connectors that attach the regulator/rectifier and stator melted. White smoke was emitting from under the rear seat. After removing the seat, I notice that oil was present in the area surrounding the regulator/rectifier and one of wires had burn loose. This also caused the junction/box headlight relay switch to fail. I received a $175 equipment failure ticket. Fortunately it was about 6:00 pm and still light out. I call the locate Kawasaki dealer to see if there were any recalls. …”
NHTSA complaint #10158824, filed 2006-06, 22,000 milesEngine cooling: “While turning corner at 30 MPH, the back tire spun out of control due to a oil leakage, resulting in consumer hitting a tree ,and motorcycle was totaled. A week later consumer recieved a recall notice on oil leakage. Please provide addditional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10004681, filed 2003-01, 10,000 milesFuel system: “Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 00v384000/ manufacturer's recall mc0013. Motorcycle has been at dealer for over a month. Dealer has taken parts apart and was currently asking consumer to pick motorcycle up without correcting recall work or either putting motorcycle back together. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #884829, filed 2001-04Transmission and drivetrain: “Motorcycle was going 65mph when suddenly tclutch basket exploded into pieces.also, if pieces had gotten caught inside crankshaft engine would have locked up, causing serious injury or death. Manufacturer was aware of problem. Please provide more information.”
NHTSA complaint #8009490, filed 2002-05Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,000 and 22,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 01V323000Oct 10, 2001Tires › ValveCovers: Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 2000, ZX1200-A2 2001
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The nuts securing the tire valve stems to the wheels can fail, resulting in a loss of tire air pressure.
- 00V384000Nov 21, 2000Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 2000, Ninja 2000, ZX1200-A1L 2000
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel gauge and low fuel warning system may not provide accurate indication of low fuel levels.
- 00V365000Nov 14, 2000Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 2000, Ninja 2000, ZX1200-A1L 2000
Vehicle description: motorcycles. A leaking vent pipe in the fuel tank can allow fuel to drain onto the ground.
Recall details for the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1.
Other model years of the Kawasaki ZX1200-A1
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 12 | 10,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 2 complaints (17% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 2.
Has the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 10,000 miles and the middle half falls between 10,000 and 22,000 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.