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Recalls 2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ninja zx-10r, and 2009-2012 ninja zx-6r motorcycles manufactured from december 14, 2007 through july 26, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, the regulator/rectifier may insufficiently charge the battery.
- Risk
- If the battery discharges, the motorcycle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the voltage regulator, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 24, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 949‑770‑0400.
Recall number 12V064000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki is recalling 950 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.
- Risk
- This could create a crash resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 09V063000 · Recall details
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Is the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10r reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10r.
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How many recalls does the 2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10r have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
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