Recall 21V819000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Report Date

20211018

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020 W800 CAFE (EJ800C), and 2020-2021 W800 (EJ800D) motorcycles. The exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.

Safety Consequence

The exhaust pipe nuts and collar may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC21-07.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2020	KAWASAKI	W800
2021	KAWASAKI	W800

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.