Recall 10V303 affects 1,161 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF motorcycles for front brake hose contact with the rotor. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki is recalling 1,161 2010 ZR1000DAF motorcycles under recall 10V303 because the left front brake hose can contact the front brake rotor during extremely heavy front-brake use. A brake-fluid leak can raise the risk of a crash with injury or death, and the Kawasaki dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The left front brake hose on the 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF is the flexible line that carries pressurized brake fluid to the front brake caliper. The caliper is the clamp at the wheel that presses the brake pads against the front rotor, the metal disc that slows the motorcycle when you squeeze the front brake lever.
On affected motorcycles, the left front brake hose has enough movement under severe riding conditions to contact the front brake rotor during extremely heavy front braking. The rotor spins with the wheel, so hose contact puts the brake line against a moving metal surface instead of keeping it clear of the brake assembly. That is the defect Kawasaki identified in recall 10V303.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue depends on severe riding conditions and extremely heavy front brake application, so an owner should not count on hearing, feeling, or seeing the contact before it happens.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,161 |
Not every 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A front brake hose problem can let brake fluid leak, creating the potential for a crash with injury or death. If the motorcycle feels harder to stop or you see brake fluid loss, stop riding and contact a franchised dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF is included in this recall.
- Contact Kawasaki consumer services at 866-802-9381 or a franchised Kawasaki dealer for the current repair instructions.
- Reference recall number 10V303 when you call.
- Arrange the free front-brake-hose inspection and adjustment that keeps the hose away from the front brake rotor.
- Avoid severe riding and extremely heavy front-brake application until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician inspects the front brake hose and replaces it if the inspection shows replacement is required. The technician also adjusts the front brake hose position so it does not contact the brake rotor during heavy front-brake use. Kawasaki says this recall service is performed free of charge, and the recall began on July 1, 2010. Ask the service desk to confirm the hose inspection and position adjustment are completed before the motorcycle is returned.
Timeline
| June 29, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 2, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V303?
Recall 10V303 covers 1,161 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF motorcycles. Under severe riding conditions, the left front brake hose can contact the front brake rotor during extremely heavy front-brake use. Kawasaki dealers inspect the hose, replace it if needed, and adjust its position for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Kawasaki ZR1000DAF is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V303. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer and reference recall number 10V303. The dealer will inspect the front brake hose, replace it if needed, and adjust the hose position for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Kawasaki says this service is performed free of charge. A franchised Kawasaki dealer handles the front brake hose inspection, any needed replacement, and the hose-position adjustment.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is brake fluid leakage after the left front brake hose contacts the front brake rotor. NHTSA campaign 10V303 lists crash risk with injury or death as the consequence. If your VIN is included, ask the Kawasaki dealer whether the motorcycle needs towing or other handling before repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V303000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V303 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V303000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →