Recalls 2008-2012 250s & 2013 300s

GearMonkey · April 6th, 2014, 07:26 AM

Not sure if this was posted at some point but here is a list of all the recalls for new gen ninjas. Be safe out there!

2013 Ninja 300 Recalls (3)
2013 Ninja 300s recalled due to ECU stalling the engine during deceleration, possible ABS failure, and uneven brake wear due to misplaced bracket.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

1)SUMMARY: Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 Ninja 300 and 300 ABS motorcycles manufactured July 16, 2012, through April 27, 2013. Due to an improper setting in the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the motorcycle may stall under deceleration.

CONSEQUENCE: A stall under deceleration increases the risk of a crash.
REMEDY: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
NOTES: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2)SUMMARY:
Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 EX300BDFAL motorcycles manufactured August 16, 2012, through April 2, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may malfunction and lose anti-lock functionality.

CONSEQUENCE: The anti-lock function may not perform properly allowing for wheel lock up and skidding, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY: Kawasaki will notify owners and dealers will replace the affected ABS pumps with a new assembly. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

3)Summary: For all eligible units, the rear brake hose guide on the swing arm may interfere with the rear brake caliper.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

For the EX300B only, the bracket for the front ABS sensor lead may interfere with the front brake caliper.
What are the hazards?
If the motorcycles are continuously used, the outer brake pad(s) may wear down at a faster rate than the inner brake pad(s).

2012 EX250 Recalls (1)

2012 Ninja 250s recalled due to passenger pegs breaking off.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EX250JCF/A/AL/L NINJA 250, EX650ECF/L NINJA 650 AND KLE650CCF/L VERSYS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 13, 2011 THROUGH OCTOBER 25, 2011. DUE TO ENGINE VIBRATION AND DAMAGE DURING ASSEMBLY, THE CIRCLIPS ON THE FOOTPEG MOUNTING PINS CAN BREAK AND FALL OFF AND CAUSE THE FOOTPEG TO DETACH FROM THE MOTORCYCLE.
CONSEQUENCE: IF THE FOOT PEG DETACHES, IT COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD FOR OTHER VEHICLE TRAFFIC AND POSSIBLY DISTRACT THE RIDER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
REMEDY: KAWASAKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER FOOTPEG PIN CIRCLIPS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 5, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.

2009-2010 EX250 Recalls (1)
2009-2010 Ninja 250s recalled due to porous leak causing oil to be thrown onto the real tire.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

Recall Date
DEC 02, 2009

Motorcycle Affected
2010 KAWASAKI EX250

Summary
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 EX250 NINJA 250 MOTORCYCLES. POROSITY IN THE ENGINE CASE COULD ALLOW ENGINE OIL TO LEAK, AND BE DEPOSITED ON THE REAR TIRE. A SMALL NUMBER OF UPPER ENGINE CASES FOR THE AFFECTED MODEL COULD HAVE POROSITY IN THE ALUMINUM CASTING. THIS POROSITY OCCURS IN THE VICINITY OF A PRESSURIZED OIL PASSAGE JUST ABOVE THE TRANSMISSION OUTPUT SHAFT.

Consequence: ENGINE OIL LEAKING FROM THIS LOCATION CAN BE DEPOSITED ON THE REAR TIRE, CREATING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE VICINITY OF THE SUSPECTED POROSITY. UNITS EVIDENCING SIGNS OF LEAKAGE WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 8, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.

Potential Motorcycles Affected
259

Notes
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.

Read more: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/mo...#ixzz2y7B2DGxP

2008 EX250 Recalls (3)

1) SUMMARY:
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 487 MY 2008 EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. AN ENGINE CRANKCASE VENT HOLE IN THE AIR FILTER BOX MAY BE BLOCKED. IF SO, AIR PRESSURE CAN BUILD UP INSIDE THE ENGINE, CAUSING THE CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET TO FAIL AND LEAK OIL.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

CONSEQUENCE: IF ENOUGH OIL LEAKS FROM THE ENGINE, IT COULD DRIP OR SPRAY ONTO THE REAR TIRE. THIS CAN CREATE THE RISK OF A CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
REMEDY: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AIR FILTER BOX AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.
NOTES: KAWASAKI RECALL NO. MC 08-07. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

2)SUMMARY:
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2008 EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE MAY BE DAMAGED OVER A LONG PERIOD OF USE. THE BRAKE HOSE TENDS TO DEFLECT FORWARD DURING SUSPENSION TRAVEL. THIS ALLOWS THE BRAKE HOSE TO CONTACT THE EDGE OF THE FRONT FORK OUTER TUBE.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

CONSEQUENCE: OVER TIME, THIS CONTACT COULD DAMAGE THE BRAKE HOSE CAUSING THE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND RESULTING IN A LACK OF FRONT BRAKE PERFORMANCE. THIS CAN CREATE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
REMEDY: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.

3)SUMMARY:
KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 532 MY 2008 NINJA EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. THE TAIL LIGHT BULB MAY PREMATURELY FAIL.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

CONSEQUENCE: INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY CREATING THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
REMEDY: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LIGHT BULB FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 866-802-9381.

You can search the DOTs Website for safety issues related to whatever vehicles you own.

Has anyone experienced any of these safety issues with their bike?

ninjamunky85 · April 6th, 2014, 07:42 AM

There are actually three recalls for the 300 now. The latest one being for a bracket on the swingarm for the rear brake line. The bracket can push against the rear caliper causing the pads to wear unevenly.

It's an easy fix though. You just have to bend the bracket out of the way.

GearMonkey · April 6th, 2014, 07:47 AM

Thanks @ninjamunky85, updated!

Sirref · April 6th, 2014, 07:50 AM

the 3rd recall was abs only though wasn't it?

GearMonkey · April 6th, 2014, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sirref

the 3rd recall was abs only though wasn't it?

From what I'm reading no. The rear swingarm is affected on all models, the ABS models also cause uneven wear on the front brakes.

http://blog.motorcycle.com/2013/12/0...-brake-issues/

Sirref · April 6th, 2014, 07:55 AM

got it, I must've been thinking of the abs module replacement then. Didn't have a problem with it luckily since one of the first things I did after getting the bike was get it up to 60 and "test" the abs. Not triggering it stops you faster though it is nice to have in the wet.

antiant · April 6th, 2014, 08:12 AM

Already been posted ECU Recall & Rear Caliper Recall. 2 recalls for 300, 3 for abs version.

*waits for the merge*

Alex · April 6th, 2014, 08:58 AM

I added links to the threads I knew about. This crosses multiple model years and different sections of our website, so I guess I'll leave it here.

GearMonkey · April 6th, 2014, 09:06 AM

Thanks Alex! I started the thread as I researched the 2010 oil problem, and decided not to leave out the newfangled 300s with their gee wizz gadgets like ABS.

cbinker · April 6th, 2014, 02:59 PM

Dang, I never got a single notice about the 2008.

NevadaWolf · April 6th, 2014, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GearMonkey

2012 EX250 Recalls (1)

2012 Ninja 250s recalled due to passenger pegs breaking off.

edit: link to thread on ninjette.org

SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EX250JCF/A/AL/L NINJA 250, EX650ECF/L NINJA 650 AND KLE650CCF/L VERSYS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 13, 2011 THROUGH OCTOBER 25, 2011.

How doth one go about learning the manufacture date of the bike? This recall was issued just before I took ownership of mine so the notice would have gone to her prior owner.

April 6th, 2014, 07:26 AM	#1
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	Recalls 2008-2012 250s & 2013 300s Not sure if this was posted at some point but here is a list of all the recalls for new gen ninjas. Be safe out there! 2013 Ninja 300 Recalls (3) 2013 Ninja 300s recalled due to ECU stalling the engine during deceleration, possible ABS failure, and uneven brake wear due to misplaced bracket. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org 1)SUMMARY: Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 Ninja 300 and 300 ABS motorcycles manufactured July 16, 2012, through April 27, 2013. Due to an improper setting in the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the motorcycle may stall under deceleration. CONSEQUENCE: A stall under deceleration increases the risk of a crash. REMEDY: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. NOTES: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. 2)SUMMARY: Kawasaki Motors Corp. is recalling certain model year 2013 EX300BDFAL motorcycles manufactured August 16, 2012, through April 2, 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may malfunction and lose anti-lock functionality. CONSEQUENCE: The anti-lock function may not perform properly allowing for wheel lock up and skidding, increasing the risk of a crash. REMEDY: Kawasaki will notify owners and dealers will replace the affected ABS pumps with a new assembly. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. 3)Summary: For all eligible units, the rear brake hose guide on the swing arm may interfere with the rear brake caliper. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org For the EX300B only, the bracket for the front ABS sensor lead may interfere with the front brake caliper. What are the hazards? If the motorcycles are continuously used, the outer brake pad(s) may wear down at a faster rate than the inner brake pad(s). 2012 EX250 Recalls (1) 2012 Ninja 250s recalled due to passenger pegs breaking off. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EX250JCF/A/AL/L NINJA 250, EX650ECF/L NINJA 650 AND KLE650CCF/L VERSYS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 13, 2011 THROUGH OCTOBER 25, 2011. DUE TO ENGINE VIBRATION AND DAMAGE DURING ASSEMBLY, THE CIRCLIPS ON THE FOOTPEG MOUNTING PINS CAN BREAK AND FALL OFF AND CAUSE THE FOOTPEG TO DETACH FROM THE MOTORCYCLE. CONSEQUENCE: IF THE FOOT PEG DETACHES, IT COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD FOR OTHER VEHICLE TRAFFIC AND POSSIBLY DISTRACT THE RIDER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. REMEDY: KAWASAKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER FOOTPEG PIN CIRCLIPS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 5, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381. 2009-2010 EX250 Recalls (1) 2009-2010 Ninja 250s recalled due to porous leak causing oil to be thrown onto the real tire. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org Recall Date DEC 02, 2009 Motorcycle Affected 2010 KAWASAKI EX250 Summary KAWASAKI IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 EX250 NINJA 250 MOTORCYCLES. POROSITY IN THE ENGINE CASE COULD ALLOW ENGINE OIL TO LEAK, AND BE DEPOSITED ON THE REAR TIRE. A SMALL NUMBER OF UPPER ENGINE CASES FOR THE AFFECTED MODEL COULD HAVE POROSITY IN THE ALUMINUM CASTING. THIS POROSITY OCCURS IN THE VICINITY OF A PRESSURIZED OIL PASSAGE JUST ABOVE THE TRANSMISSION OUTPUT SHAFT. Consequence: ENGINE OIL LEAKING FROM THIS LOCATION CAN BE DEPOSITED ON THE REAR TIRE, CREATING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE VICINITY OF THE SUSPECTED POROSITY. UNITS EVIDENCING SIGNS OF LEAKAGE WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 8, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381. Potential Motorcycles Affected 259 Notes KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. Read more: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/mo...#ixzz2y7B2DGxP 2008 EX250 Recalls (3) 1) SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 487 MY 2008 EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. AN ENGINE CRANKCASE VENT HOLE IN THE AIR FILTER BOX MAY BE BLOCKED. IF SO, AIR PRESSURE CAN BUILD UP INSIDE THE ENGINE, CAUSING THE CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET TO FAIL AND LEAK OIL. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org CONSEQUENCE: IF ENOUGH OIL LEAKS FROM THE ENGINE, IT COULD DRIP OR SPRAY ONTO THE REAR TIRE. THIS CAN CREATE THE RISK OF A CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. REMEDY: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AIR FILTER BOX AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381. NOTES: KAWASAKI RECALL NO. MC 08-07. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV. 2)SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2008 EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE MAY BE DAMAGED OVER A LONG PERIOD OF USE. THE BRAKE HOSE TENDS TO DEFLECT FORWARD DURING SUSPENSION TRAVEL. THIS ALLOWS THE BRAKE HOSE TO CONTACT THE EDGE OF THE FRONT FORK OUTER TUBE. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org CONSEQUENCE: OVER TIME, THIS CONTACT COULD DAMAGE THE BRAKE HOSE CAUSING THE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND RESULTING IN A LACK OF FRONT BRAKE PERFORMANCE. THIS CAN CREATE THE RISK OF A CRASH. REMEDY: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381. 3)SUMMARY: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING 532 MY 2008 NINJA EX250J8F AND EX250J8FL MOTORCYCLES. THE TAIL LIGHT BULB MAY PREMATURELY FAIL. edit: link to thread on ninjette.org CONSEQUENCE: INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY CREATING THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. REMEDY: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LIGHT BULB FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 866-802-9381. You can search the DOTs Website for safety issues related to whatever vehicles you own. Has anyone experienced any of these safety issues with their bike?
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April 6th, 2014, 07:42 AM	#2
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	There are actually three recalls for the 300 now. The latest one being for a bracket on the swingarm for the rear brake line. The bracket can push against the rear caliper causing the pads to wear unevenly. It's an easy fix though. You just have to bend the bracket out of the way. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

April 6th, 2014, 08:58 AM	#8
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April 6th, 2014, 02:59 PM	#10
cbinker Track Clown Name: Chris Location: Kingman, AZ Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 250R, 21 MV F3 800, Kawasaki 400 build Posts: A lot. MOTM - Sep '15	Dang, I never got a single notice about the 2008. __________________________________________________ TEAM ALFALFA www.apexassassins.com

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April 6th, 2014, 07:47 AM	#3
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	Thanks @ninjamunky85, updated!

April 6th, 2014, 07:50 AM	#4
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	the 3rd recall was abs only though wasn't it?

April 6th, 2014, 07:55 AM	#6
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	got it, I must've been thinking of the abs module replacement then. Didn't have a problem with it luckily since one of the first things I did after getting the bike was get it up to 60 and "test" the abs. Not triggering it stops you faster though it is nice to have in the wet.

April 6th, 2014, 08:12 AM	#7
antiant antiant Name: antiant Location: Cali Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): None Posts: A lot. MOTM - Oct '14	Already been posted ECU Recall & Rear Caliper Recall. 2 recalls for 300, 3 for abs version. waits for the merge

April 6th, 2014, 09:06 AM	#9
GearMonkey ninjette.org guru Name: Scott Location: Atlanta Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 363	Thanks Alex! I started the thread as I researched the 2010 oil problem, and decided not to leave out the newfangled 300s with their gee wizz gadgets like ABS.