Vehicle recall 10V323000 · July 9, 2010
Kawasaki EX650C9F and EX650CAF
The right rear portion of the lower cowling can interfere with the operator's foot while in the process of applying the rear brake.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009 EX650C9F/fl and model year 2010 EX650CAF/fl ninja 650 motorcycles. The right rear portion of the lower cowling can interfere with the operator's foot while in the process of applying the rear brake.
- Consequence
- This could diminish the operator's control over brake force application or distract the operator, creating the potential for a crash resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an updated footrest guard and fairing bracket. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on July 19, 2010. Owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department at 1-866-802-9381.
- Notes
- Owners may also 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V323000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 9, 2010
- Filed by
- KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
- Owner notification
- July 19, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 6,764
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kawasaki EX650C9F (2009): 2009
- Kawasaki EX650CAF (2010): 2010
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