Recall 20V676000: 2018–2020 Kawasaki ZX10 and 2 other models
NHTSA flags this campaign with a do-not-drive advisory. Check your VIN right away and follow the manufacturer’s notice.
- Report received
- Nov 2, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Potentially affected
- 799vehicles
- Model years
- 2018–2020
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 Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.
Possible consequence
Damaged gears and the inability to shift can cause the engine to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2018 Kawasaki Ninja2 complaints
- 2019 Kawasaki Ninja1 complaints
- 2020 Kawasaki Ninja0 complaints
- 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H20 complaints
- 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H20 complaints
- 2018 Kawasaki ZX100 complaints
- 2019 Kawasaki ZX100 complaints
- 2020 Kawasaki ZX100 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.