How many recalls does the 2021 Kawasaki Z400 have?

The 2021 Kawasaki Z400 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2021 Kawasaki Z400 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

2021 Kawasaki Z400 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2021 Kawasaki Z400 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,770 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 20V774000 2020-12-11 1,770 affected

Defect

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2021 Z400 ABS (ER400D), Ninja 400 (EX400H) and Ninja 400 ABS (EX400G) motorcycles. The strength of the camshaft chain tensioner may be insufficient due to improper heat treatment, possibly causing it to be damaged.

Consequence

A damaged camshaft chain tensioner can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is…

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2021 Kawasaki Z400 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.