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Kawasaki recall — Software
NHTSA · September 12, 2024
- NHTSA recall campaign 24V680000 (Kawasaki), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 1,150.
- Component: Software.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Source ID
- 24V680000
Defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z7 Hybrid ABS and Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS motorcycles. The electronic control unit (ECU) may cause the transmission to shift into neutral when the operator attempts to shift from first to second gear.
Consequence
The unintended shift to neutral can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC24-13.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | Ninja 7 Hybrid | 2024 |
| Kawasaki | Z7 Hybrid | 2024 |
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