Known Recalls

Model year record

2013 KAWASAKI EX300

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. 22 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V310000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Vehicles affected
1,083
Reported to NHTSA
2013-07-11
Owners notified
2013-08-05

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

The anti-lock function may not perform properly allowing for wheel lock up and skidding, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Engine6235 mi
Fuel/propulsion system5430 mi
Power train46 mi
Engine and engine cooling28 mi
Structure: body244 mi
Electrical system112 mi
Steering1600 mi
Suspension1800 mi

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.