Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. – Anti-Lock Brake System May Allow Wheels to Lock Up

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2019 Z900 ABS, Z900 RS ABS & Z900 RS CAFE ABS motorcycles. The ABS hydraulic unit (ABS unit) may have been contaminated with debris during the manufacturing process, possibly resulting in the front or rear wheel locking up when braking while riding.


Report Received Date 02/08/2019
NHTSA ID 19V083000
Consequence Summary If the front or rear wheel locks up while braking, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Kawasaki has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS unit, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Kawasaki Customer Care at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC19-01.
Recall Code MC19-01
Potentially Affected 497
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V083000)