Recall 08V222000: 2007 Kawasaki ZX14 and 1 other model

Report received

May 16, 2008

Manufacturer

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a.

Potentially affected

9,746vehicles

Model years

2006–2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Kawasaki is recalling certain my 2006-2007 'ninja' zx14 motorcycles. The rear suspension can collapse when a crossmember separates from the frame.

Possible consequence

Failure of the frame could result in the rear of the motorcycle collapsing creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 Kawasaki ZX140 complaints
• 2006 Kawasaki ZX14A6F1 complaints