REC-005327

active

2008–2009 KAWASAKI KX450E9F and KX450E9FA Motorcycles

Category: Motorcycle · Supplier: KAWASAKI MOTORS PTY LTD

Recall date: 19 March 2009

Defect

On eligible units, the bore of the throttle body assembly may have a micro-crack where the air cleaner duct attaches due to improper casting mold set up. The crack can develop during use and a small piece of the throttle body housing can become dislodged and ingested into the engine, resulting in minor engine damage.

Hazard

Malfunction.

Remedy

Contact your Kawasaki dealer

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — KAWASAKI MOTORS PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005327