Recall 13V-328: 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 29, 2013, covering about 11,097 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-328
Report date
Jul 29, 2013
Vehicles affected
11,097
Owners notified
Aug 5, 2013

The problem

Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 Ninja 300 and 300 ABS motorcycles manufactured July 16, 2012, through April 27, 2013. Due to an improper setting in the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the motorcycle may stall under deceleration.

The risk

A stall under deceleration increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number13V328000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kawasaki Ninja 3002013All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V-328?

Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 Ninja 300 and 300 ABS motorcycles manufactured July 16, 2012, through April 27, 2013. Due to an improper setting in the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the motorcycle may stall under deceleration.

How is recall 13V-328 fixed?

Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.