Recall 24V-221: 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR, 2023–2024 Kawasaki ZX400P and 1 more

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 21, 2024, covering about 1,579 vehicles.

NHTSA number
24V-221
Report date
Mar 21, 2024
Vehicles affected
1,579
Owners notified
Apr 1, 2024

The problem

Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ZX400S and ZX400P (2023 Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition, 2024 Ninja ZX-4R, and 4RR) motorcycles. The spark plugs may have been damaged during the vehicle manufacturing process, which can result in unstable idling, hesitation, and engine stalling.

The risk

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace all four spark plugs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2024. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC27-04.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Coil › Spark Plugs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number24V221000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR2024All years
Kawasaki ZX400P2023, 2024All years
Kawasaki ZX400S2023All 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 24V-221?

Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ZX400S and ZX400P (2023 Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition, 2024 Ninja ZX-4R, and 4RR) motorcycles. The spark plugs may have been damaged during the vehicle manufacturing process, which can result in unstable idling, hesitation, and engine stalling.

How is recall 24V-221 fixed?

Dealers will replace all four spark plugs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2024. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC27-04.

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.