Vehicle recallDVSA
Kawasaki ZX400P and ZX400R recalled over a loss of power risk
The spark plugs may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Continued use in this condition may result in unstable idle and in the worst case lead to the engine stalling.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
ZX400P
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 13/07/2023 – 28/10/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- DAL50
ZX400R
- Build dates
- 15/07/2023 – 07/11/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- DAL50
What to do now
Affected Kawasaki ZX400P and ZX400R may lose power while driving.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.
Repairs and costs
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.
If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/153). Quoted as issued.
Summary
The spark plugs may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Continued use in this condition may result in unstable idle and in the worst case lead to the engine stalling.
Defect
The spark plugs may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Continued use in this condition may result in unstable idle and in the worst case lead to the engine stalling.
Remedy
To overcome this problem Kawasaki will replace the spark plugs.
Models
ZX400P, ZX400R
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Kawasaki ZX400P and ZX400R being recalled?
Affected Kawasaki ZX400P and ZX400R may lose power while driving. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.