Recall 22V913 affects 200 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R motorcycles because the speed display can fail. Meter software update is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki is recalling 200 2022 ZX1002R motorcycles under recall 22V913 because a software error in the multi-function meter can make the speed display fail. Riding without a working speed display can increase the risk of a crash or injury, and the Kawasaki dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The multi-function meter-unit on the 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R is the instrument panel in front of the rider. It displays riding information, including motorcycle speed, so the rider can confirm speed without guessing from engine sound or traffic flow. The speed display also supports compliance with the federal rule for motorcycle controls and displays.
On affected motorcycles, the meter-unit control program has a software error. That error can stop the speed display from working, even though the issue is in the display control software rather than a broken cable or wheel sensor described in the filing. When the display fails, the rider loses the normal speed readout and has less direct information for judging speed.
There is no warning sign before failure. Kawasaki reported no advance symptom for the owner to watch for, so a working display during a ride does not rule out the defect on a recalled motorcycle.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 200 |
Not every 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without a working speed display, the rider loses a basic cue for judging road speed. That raises the risk of traveling too fast for traffic, curves, or posted limits, which increases crash or injury risk. There is no warning sign before the display stops working. Repair will be free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to ask about the free meter software update that fixes the speed-display software error.
- Reference recall number 22V913 when you call the dealer or Kawasaki customer service.
- Bring the recall notice if Kawasaki mailed one to you.
- Ride cautiously until the update is complete, and avoid riding if the speed display is not working.
What happens at the repair
The known dealer remedy is a Kawasaki meter software update. Once the repair is open for your VIN, a Kawasaki technician updates the multi-function meter software so the speed display can operate as required. Parts and labor are covered by the recall. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this input, confirm with the Kawasaki service desk that the meter software update is open for your VIN before arranging the visit.
Timeline
| December 9, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 21, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V913?
Recall 22V913 covers 200 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R motorcycles with a multi-function meter software error that can make the speed display fail. Riding without a working speed display can increase crash or injury risk. Kawasaki dealers will update the meter software for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Kawasaki ZX1002R is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 22V913. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the meter software update. Reference recall number 22V913 and Kawasaki recall number MC22-09 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Kawasaki's remedy says dealers will update the meter software free of charge. Use a franchised Kawasaki dealer so the recall repair is documented correctly.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is riding without a functioning speed display. Kawasaki reported that a software error in the multi-function meter can cause the motorcycle speed display to fail, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
When were owners notified about recall 22V913?
Kawasaki mailed owner notification letters on December 21, 2022. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a Kawasaki dealer with recall number 22V913 or MC22-09.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V913000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 1-866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V913 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V913000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →