Kawasaki Wheels Recall 04V373000 (4,995 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the front wheel may contain a casting flaw which could result in a wheel failure.

The risk

This wheel failure could potentially result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front wheel. The recall began on august 9, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Contacts

Kawasaki recall no. Mc04-08. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Kawasaki dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V373000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R	6	1	F
2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1	0	1	-
2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1-L	0	1	-

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1

2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1-L

Questions

Is the 04V373000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V373000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V373000 announced?

KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. reported it to NHTSA on July 22, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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