The worst 2020 Kawasaki Ninja problems
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Recalls 1
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.
- Risk
- Damaged gears and the inability to shift can cause the engine to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.
Recall number 20V676000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Information about a shipping bracket attaching the motorcycle to the crate can
- Some newly-released 2021 Kawasaki models require “service activation” before delivery to the customer
- Kawasaki has required a service activation in KVCS for selected 2021 models before delivery to the customer
- Kawasaki has initiated an FDM campaign to repair all eligible units
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Is the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
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