2020 Kawasaki Ninja problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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Does the 2020 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.

2020 Kawasaki Ninja — common questions

Is the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2020 compare to other Ninja years?

Does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja have recalls?

2020 Kawasaki Ninja — common questions

Is the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja reliable?

Does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja have recalls?

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