2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 recalls and problems

The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 has 1 safety recall and 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kawasaki dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 recalls

Recall 13V-328: Electrical System

Reported Jul 29, 2013 · 11,097 vehicles affected · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

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.

Risk: A stall under deceleration increases the risk of a crash.

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.

2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	37
Power Train	14
Fuel/Propulsion System	12
Electrical System	3
Steering	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Service Brakes	1
Tires	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 250 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 5,500 miles · reported Dec 24, 2020

Connecting rod bolts back out around 6000 miles on a lot of bikes including mine starts with knocking noise let me know what to do

Tires · at 5,000 miles · reported Jan 15, 2014

Kawasaki is selling their 2012, 2013 and 2014 ninja 650s with a defective front tire. The tire is dunlop's sportsmax 2, front 120/70zr17(58. They last about 5 months before the tire develops dry-rot in the tread area. This is the second time it has happened to me and others are reporting on motorcycle forums. I purchased the bike on march 1st and it comes with a 1 year warranty. The first time it happened kawasaki honored their warranty and replaced it with the same tire on august 14th. On january 13th, 2014 I filed another claim with kawasaki and sent them photographs of it happening yet…

Service Brakes · at 1,500 miles · reported Oct 8, 2013

While driving down barker cypress I was approaching a light. I started downshifting and applying my rear brake. When I pressed down on the rear brake, there was a thug then nothing, no grip, no tightening, nothing but air. I did not have brakes. I realized I was going to hit the car in front of me, I swerved between the car, hit my leg on the bumper and laid the bike down. I had the bike towed to houston motorsports as the bike is under warranty. Houston motorsports is refusing to honor the warranty on the bike for defective brakes.

Engine · at 2,050 miles · reported Aug 19, 2013

The contact owns a 2013 kawasaki ninja 300 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 2,050.

Engine · at 20 miles · reported Aug 9, 2013

The contact owns a 2013 kawasaki ninja 300 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, he attempted to down shift but the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20. The VIN was unavailable.

Other Kawasaki Ninja 300 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300: 13V-328 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300?

Owners report engine problems most often (37 reports), followed by power train (14). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 250 miles.

Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.