2021 Kawasaki ZX1400J Recall: Front brake master cylinder may be missing an internal component, which…
NHTSA campaign 20V723000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Nov 20, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2021 Ninja ZX-14R motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder may be missing an internal component, which can cause inconsistent front braking force.
The risk
Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair is complete. The recall began December 4, 2020. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki's number for this recall is MC20-11.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Kawasaki vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V723000 (manufacturer number MC20-11). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.