Vehicle recall 11V363000 · July 19, 2011
Kawasaki ZX1000JBF, ZX1000JBFL and 2 more models
It is possible for a portion of the wiring harness to become pinched between the rear subframe and the rear fender or between the rear subframe and the bolt holding the seat cover.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2011 ninja zx-10R/zx-10R ABS (ZX1000JBF/jbfl/kbf/kbfl) motorcycles. It is possible for a portion of the wiring harness to become pinched between the rear subframe and the rear fender or between the rear subframe and the bolt holding the seat cover. This can damage the harness and wiring and result in a short between wires and the frame or within wires, which could result in the engine stopping suddenly.
- Consequence
- If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the motorcycle as necessary, and reroute the main harness free of charge. The safety recall began on July 25, 2011. 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
- 11V363000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 19, 2011
- Filed by
- KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
- Owner notification
- July 25, 2011
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,480
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kawasaki ZX1000JBF (2011): 2011
- Kawasaki ZX1000JBFL (2011): 2011
- Kawasaki ZX1000KBF (2011): 2011
- Kawasaki ZX1000KBFL (2011): 2011
Has your Kawasaki been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kawasaki dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.