2017-2018 Kawasaki Z900 and Kawasaki ZR900 recall: shock absorber
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. reported this safety recall on November 8, 2017. It covers about 2,383 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,383
- reported
- Nov 8, 2017
- owners notified
- Dec 4, 2017
Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ZR900AH, ZR900BH and ZR900BJ motorcycles. The rear shock absorber tie-rod frame mount holes can become elongated if the rear shock absorber bottoms out, affecting the operation of the shock absorber.
- Risk
- If the rear shock absorber does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.
Recall number 17V703000
Affected vehicles
- Kawasaki Z900 2018 2018
- Kawasaki ZR900 2017 2017
Questions about recall 17V703000
Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Kawasaki Z900 and Kawasaki ZR900 shock absorber?
Yes. Recall 17V703000, reported on November 8, 2017, covers about 2,383 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V703000?
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie-rod mounting hole and replace the bracket or frame depending on the extent of the elongation of the tie-rod mounting hole, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC17-04.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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