The worst 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R problems
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Recalls 2
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ZX1000, 2018 ZX1002A, ZX1002B, 2019-2021 ZX1002D, 2019-2022 ZX1002J, 2020-2023 ZR1000K, 2021-2022 ZR1000L, 2022 ZX1002R, and 2023 ZR1002L (Ninja H2, Ninja H2 Carbon, Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SX SE, Ninja H2 SX SE+, Z H2, and Z H2 SE) motorcycles. Please see the attached model information chart for a detailed list of model codes, names and years. The plunger in the camshaft chain tensioner may lock, which can result in an engine stall while riding.
- Risk
- An engine stall while riding can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2022. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381.
Recall number 22V912000 · Recall details
Electrical system: instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2022 Ninja H2 SX SE (ZX1002R) motorcycles. A software error in the multi-function meter may cause the motorcycle speed display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- Operating a motorcycle without a functioning speed display can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2022. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC22-09.
Recall number 22V913000 · Recall details
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Is the 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R have?
2 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling and electrical system.
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