Kawasaki Z900 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 8, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recalls 2019 Kawasaki Z900

Recall number

19V083000

Brand / firm

Kawasaki

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 497 units

Why it was recalled

If the front or rear wheel locks up while braking, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019 Z900 ABS, Z900 RS ABS & Z900 RS CAFE ABS motorcycles. The ABS hydraulic unit (ABS unit) may have been contaminated with debris during the manufacturing process, possibly resulting in the front or rear wheel locking up when braking while riding.

What to do

Kawasaki has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Kawasaki Customer Care at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC19-01.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.