JULY 2011 -- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011 Ninja ZX-10R/ZX-10R ABS (ZX1000JBF/JBFL/KBF/KBFL) Motorcycles. It is possible for a portion of the wiring harness to become pinched between the rear subframe and the rear fender or between the rear subframe and the bolt holding the seat cover. This can damage the harness and wiring and result in a short between wires and the frame or within wires, which could result in the engine stopping suddenly. If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will repair the motorcycle as necessary, and reroute the main harness free of charge. The safety recall began on July 25, 2011.   11V-363

JUNE 2011 -- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 KLX250 motorcycles. The fuel tank could leak from cracks at the spot weld(s) on the side mount tabs due to stress caused by excessive clearance between the fuel tank and a frame-mounted rubber damper. Fuel leakage in the presence of spark or flame could cause a fire or explosion possibly resulting in injury or death. Dealers will inspect and correct the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2011.   11V-316

JUNE 2011 -- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011 VN900D, Vulcan Classic LT, motorcycles. The tire inner tubes might have been pinched during the mounting of the tires. Damage to the inner tubes could result in loss of air pressure. Loss of tire air pressure could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace any damaged tubes free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2011.  11V-313

OCTOBER 2010 -- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Vulcan motorcycles. The engine may stall if the rider is coasting with the clutch pulled in due to an improper setting of the engine control unit (ECU). Engine stalling could create a potential for a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will replace the ECU with one containing revised settings to address the engine stalling. The safety recall began on November 1, 2010.   10V-507

JULY 2010 -- 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. 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. 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. 10V-323

JUNE 2010 -- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2010 ZR100DAF/L models. Under severe riding conditions the left front brake hose may contact the front brake rotor during extremely heavy application of the front brake. This can cause brake fluid to leak creating the potential for a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will inspect the front brake hose and replace it if required. Additionally, the front brake hose position will be adjusted to prevent contact with the brake rotor. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during July 2010.   10V-303

JANUARY 2010 - Kawasaki is recalling model year 2009 Super Sherpa KL250G9F motorcycles. On eligible units, blockage of an oil passage in the engine might restrict oil flow to the cylinder head. This could result in the engine losing power and eventually stopping which could create the risk of a crash while operating the vehicle resulting in injury or death. Dealers will inspect the oil system and repair the cylinder head free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2010.  10V-016

DECEMBER 2009 - Kawasaki is recalling model year 2009 and 2010 EX250 Ninja 250 motorcycles. Porosity in the engine case could allow engine oil to leak, and be deposited on the rear tire. A small number of upper engine cases for the affected model could have porosity in the aluminum casting. This porosity occurs in the Published January 7, 2010 vicinity of a pressurized oil passage just above the transmission output shaft. Engine oil leaking from this location can be deposited on the rear tire, creating the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and check for leaks in the vicinity of the suspected porosity. Units evidencing signs of leakage will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on December 8, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802¬9381. 09V-464

MARCH 2009 -- Kawasaki is recalling 18 MY 2009 Vulcan 2000 motorcycles. These motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The headlamp assembly includes multiple bulb and lens elements. The noncompliant headlamps were assembled with lenses incorrectly positioned, affecting photometric performance. Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the headlights and replace it free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 866-802-9381.  09V-072

FEBRUARY 2009 --  Kawasaki is recalling MY 2008-2009 KLR 650 (KL650E8F/L, KL650E9F/L) motorcycles. Wires in the wiring harness might be damaged due to rubbing contact with a portion of the motorcycle frame. This could result in loss of electrical power to the engine creating a risk of a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the main wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 866-802-9381. 09V-062

FEBRUARY 2009 --  Kawasaki is recalling MY 2009 Ninja ZX10R (ZX1000E9F/E9FA/E9FAL) motorcycles. The timing inspection caps on the starter clutch cover may come loose due to improper tightening and fall out, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. This could create a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will tighten the timing inspection caps free of charge. The recall began on February 23, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.   09V-063

NOVEMBER 2008 -- Kawasaki is recalling 4,628 MY 2008 ZG1400A8F/A8FL, and ZG1400B8F/B8FL motorcycles. Trapped road debris may interfere with free movement of the rear brake pedal, preventing full release of the rear brake which can lead to overheating damage and possible brake failure. Brake failure could result in a crash. Kawasaki has not yet provided a remedy plan for this recall. The recall is expected to begin during December 2008. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400. 08V-623

OCTOBER 2008 -- Kawasaki is recalling 5,804 MY 2008 KL650E8F and KL650E8FL (California) motorcycles. The turn signal stalk(s) can break, resulting in the signal assembly hanging by the wire harness. This could create a possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will replace all four turn signal assemblies. The recall began on October 13, 2008. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. 08V-520

SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Kawasaki is recalling 604 MY 2008 Vulcan VN900C8F, VN900D8F, and MY 2009 VN900B9F, and VN900B9FL motorcycles. Fuel can leak from between the tank filler neck and the fuel cap gasket. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall is expected to begin during October 2008. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400. 08V-473