Recall 22V122 affects 1,660 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 motorcycles because engine vibration can break the horn harness. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki is recalling 1,660 2019-2022 W800 motorcycles under recall 22V122 because engine vibration can break the horn harness and leave the horn inoperable. That gives the rider one less way to warn nearby traffic, and Kawasaki dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The horn mount bracket on the 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 holds the motorcycle's horn assembly in place. The horn is a basic electrical safety device: when the rider presses the horn button, the circuit powers the horn so nearby drivers and pedestrians hear the warning. The bracket and harness have to stay secure while the engine vibrates.
On affected motorcycles, engine vibration puts repeated stress on the horn assembly. That vibration fatigues the bracket area and the horn harness, which is the wiring that carries power to the horn. Once the harness breaks, the electrical circuit opens and the horn stops working. Kawasaki traced the problem in NHTSA campaign 22V122 to excessive vibration of the horn assembly.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first clue is that the horn does not sound when the button is pressed, so the motorcycle loses that audible warning function.
Who's affected?
Spans the W800 across the 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years, all tied to the same horn mounting bracket.
| 2022 Kawasaki W800 | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Kawasaki W800 | electrical system |
| 2021 Kawasaki W800 | electrical system |
| 2020 Kawasaki W800 | electrical system |
| Units affected | 1,660 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 15 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An inoperable horn removes a way to warn nearby drivers and raises the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the horn fails, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon if this recall applies. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the free horn, horn mount bracket, and horn harness replacement that fixes the vibration-related horn failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Kawasaki mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V122 and Kawasaki recall MC22-03 when you call.
- Confirm the horn works before riding after the repair.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, and avoid depending on the horn to warn nearby drivers.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician replaces the horn, the horn mount bracket, and the horn harness covered by recall 22V122. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid to fix the same horn failure before receiving the owner letter, Kawasaki offers full or partial reimbursement review for documented repair costs. Send owner and VIN information, repair orders, and payment confirmation to Kawasaki Customer Care using the address listed in the recall notice.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 3, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| March 31, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 4, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 10, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V122?
Recall 22V122 covers 1,660 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 motorcycles with a horn harness that can break from engine vibration and leave the horn inoperable. That loss of horn function increases crash risk. Kawasaki dealers will replace the horn, horn mount bracket, and horn harness for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2022 Kawasaki W800 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 22V122. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the horn, horn mount bracket, and horn harness replacement. Reference recall number 22V122 or Kawasaki recall MC22-03 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Kawasaki dealers will replace the affected horn, horn mount bracket, and horn harness free of charge for covered 2019-2022 W800 motorcycles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of horn function while riding. If the horn harness breaks from engine vibration, the horn becomes inoperable, reducing your ability to warn other road users and increasing crash risk. The dealer repair restores the horn system.
What if I bought my Kawasaki W800 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your W800 is included, then contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer and reference recall 22V122 or MC22-03.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V122000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 1-866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V122 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V122000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →