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2018 Kawasaki Z900 recall: wheel speed sensor/tone ring

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. reported this safety recall on December 6, 2018. It covers about 1,173 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,173
reported
Dec 6, 2018
owners notified
Dec 17, 2018

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: wheel speed sensor/tone ring

What is wrong
Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018 Kawasaki Z900, Z900 ABS, and Z900RS vehicles. The rear brake hose and rear wheel rotation sensor wire may have been incorrectly routed, allowing them to contact the rear tire.
Risk
If the brake hose contacts the rear tire, the hose may be damaged, reducing the braking performance. If the wheel rotation wire gets damaged, the ABS may not function properly. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and rear wheel sensor wire routing, correcting the routing and replacing any damaged component, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-06.

Recall number 18V866000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V866000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Kawasaki Z900 wheel speed sensor/tone ring?

Yes. Recall 18V866000, reported on December 6, 2018, covers about 1,173 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V866000?

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and rear wheel sensor wire routing, correcting the routing and replacing any damaged component, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1‑866‑802‑9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC18-06.

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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