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2003 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain 2000 zx1200-a1/a1-l, 2001 zx1200-a2/a2-l, and 2002-2003 zx1200-b1/b1-l motorcycles, oil leaking from the alternator lead electrical connector can be deposited onto the rear tire.

Corrective Action

this can create the potential for a loss of traction for braking or cornering, and can lead to a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will seal the alternator lead wires. owner notification began begin december 16, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

2002 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain 2000 zx1200-a1/a1-l, 2001 zx1200-a2/a2-l, and 2002-2003 zx1200-b1/b1-l motorcycles, oil leaking from the alternator lead electrical connector can be deposited onto the rear tire.

Corrective Action

this can create the potential for a loss of traction for braking or cornering, and can lead to a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will seal the alternator lead wires. owner notification began begin december 16, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

2001 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain 2000 zx1200-a1/a1-l, 2001 zx1200-a2/a2-l, and 2002-2003 zx1200-b1/b1-l motorcycles, oil leaking from the alternator lead electrical connector can be deposited onto the rear tire.

Corrective Action

this can create the potential for a loss of traction for braking or cornering, and can lead to a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will seal the alternator lead wires. owner notification began begin december 16, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

2000 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: motorcycles. the fuel gauge and low fuel warning system may not provide accurate indication of low fuel levels.

Corrective Action

the operator could run out of fuel without warning, causing the operator to become distracted, or to slow unexpectedly in traffic, creating the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel gauge sending components.

2000 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: motorcycles. a leaking vent pipe in the fuel tank can allow fuel to drain onto the ground.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will insert a supporting brace into the tank to dampen any effects of vibration on the vent pipe.

2000 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Power Train:Clutch Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: motorcycles. the back torque limiter in the clutch could malfunction and allow the clutch to slip excessively, or not re-engage after a shift.

Corrective Action

this sudden non-engagement of the clutch could cause the rider to lose control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace certain parts of the clutch.

1999 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Power Train:Clutch Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: motorcycles. the back torque limiter in the clutch could malfunction and allow the clutch to slip excessively, or not re-engage after a shift.

Corrective Action

this sudden non-engagement of the clutch could cause the rider to lose control of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace certain parts of the clutch.

1995 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

Consequence of Defect

the drive chains have been improperly heat-treated during the manufacturing process. exposure to corrosive conditions can cause the chain side plates to crack and ultimately fail.

Corrective Action

this condition could result in a loss of control of the motorcycle.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the drive chains on the motorcycles involved in this recall.

1995 Kawasaki Ninja

Component

Other

Consequence of Defect

the tools may come out of the tool kit bag while riding, fall into the drive train area and possibly lodge in one of the moving parts.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the rear wheel to lock up resulting in a loss of control of the motorcycle and personal injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the tool kit bag and its retaining strap with a draw-string bag and new retaining band.