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2021 Kawasaki Z400 — federal recalls on file

1 federal recall reported for the 2021 Kawasaki Z400

These are federal recalls reported for the 2021 Kawasaki Z400. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

20V-774 Do not drive Dec 11, 2020

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2021 Z400 ABS (ER400D), Ninja 400 (EX400H) and Ninja 400 ABS (EX400G) motorcycles. The strength of the camshaft chain tensioner may be insufficient due to improper heat treatment, possibly causing it to be damaged.

Risk: A damaged camshaft chain tensioner can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-13. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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