Recall 10V323000: 2009 Kawasaki EX650C9F

Report received

Jul 9, 2010

Manufacturer

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a.

Potentially affected

6,764vehicles

Model years

2009

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 model year 2009 ex650c9f/fl and model year 2010 ex650caf/fl ninja 650 motorcycles. The right rear portion of the lower cowling can interfere with the operator's foot while in the process of applying the rear brake.

Possible consequence

This could diminish the operator's control over brake force application or distract the operator, creating the potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will install an updated footrest guard and fairing bracket. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 19, 2010. Owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department at 1-866-802-9381.

Affected model years

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

• 2009 Kawasaki EX650C9F1 complaints