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2019 Kawasaki Ninja problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Ninja years?

Ninja NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted11 complaints1995: 0 complaints1996: 2 complaints1998: 2 complaints1999: 3 complaints2000: 11 complaints2001: 9 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 7 complaints2004: 9 complaints2005: 1 complaints2014: 1 complaints2018: 3 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 1 complaints
Ninja NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Kawasaki Ninja problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1100%

Does the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V676000Electrical SystemNovember 2, 2020 · 799 units

Defect

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Ninja H2 SX, Ninja H2 SXSE, and 2019-2020 Ninja H2 SXSE+ motorcycles. In the event of a gear misengagement the engine electronic control unit (ECU) programming doesn't have the capability to suppress high RPM during transmission. If the transmission gears are not properly engaged while shifting into 4th or 5th gear, high engine RPM can cause the output gears of 4th or 5th to fracture when the gears re-engage.

Consequence

Damaged gears and the inability to shift can cause the engine to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KMC will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the repair has been completed. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC20-10.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Kawasaki used the clutch springs from the 300 ninja model. The clutch pull rod was machined to long which leads to clutch slipping and premature wear. Clutch could go out while on freeway which could cause accidents or worse. Kawasaki has been aware of these issues and offers replacement parts we…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 13, 2022

2019 Kawasaki Ninja — common questions

Is the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.