2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1

Recalls

1 recall names the 2004 Kawasaki ZX1000-C1. Newest first.

• Wheels

  Jul 22, 2004NHTSA 04V3730004,995 vehicles

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

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  This wheel failure could potentially result in a crash.

  Remedy

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

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Wheels4
2. Engine and engine cooling1

Latest complaints

• Dec 8, 2004MACrash1 death
  Wheels

  The consumer's son was driving a motorcycle when he lost control and struck the curb. he was thrown from the motorcycle and struck his head on the concrete and was killed instantly. the consumer did not know if nhtsa recall 04v373000: repairs on the front wheel was performed. the consumer will contact the manufacturer. *ak *jb *sc

• Oct 19, 2004MD3,045 mi1 injury
  Wheels

  I was traveling around 40 to 50 mph when the front wheel of my motorcycle seemed to just give way and shhoot me and the bike into a curb therefore highsideing me. The only injury I had was to my left and right ankles. 3 weeks after the accident I received a recall notice not to ride my motorcycle due to casting flaws. My bike IS destroyed.*ak

• Sep 20, 2004NC2,000 mi
  Wheels

  A recall notice was received on the front wheel replacement. Dealer could not do repairs since no parts were available. Consumer was not able to drive the vehicle.*ak

• Aug 18, 2004OH
  Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)

  While the vehicle was parked fluid was leaking from underneath. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the crankcase cracked and needed to be replaced. *ak

• Aug 12, 2004CA
  Wheels

  The consume received a recall notice(04v-373-000) for replacement for the front wheel. no parts were available. *jb