NHTSA recall 13V310000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Kawasaki EX300
Reported Jul 11, 20131,083 vehicles affectedKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.Built Aug 16, 2012 – Apr 2, 2013
The defect
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.
The risk
The anti-lock function may not perform properly allowing for wheel lock up and skidding, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.