The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V515000·Announced 2023-07-26

2023 Kawasaki ZX400 motorcycles recalled for alternator failure risk

Kawasaki is recalling certain 2023 ZX400 motorcycles because the alternator may fail due to a loose rotor connection, potentially causing engine stall and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the rotor bolt at no charge.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: No deaths, injuries, or illnesses are reported in the source material. The hazard is a potential engine stall that could increase crash risk, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported,' scoring 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is recalling certain 2023 ZX400SPFNL motorcycles. The alternator may fail due to a loose connection between the rotor and crank shaft, which can cause the engine to stall.

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash, creating a safety hazard for riders.

Owners should contact their Kawasaki dealer to have the rotor bolt inspected and tightened at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 14, 2023. For more information, owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KAWASAKI ZX400
Brand
KAWASAKI
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle / Electrical System
Hazard
Affected units
991

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ZX400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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