2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ninja ZX-10R years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. That is the most of any Ninja ZX-10R model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is structure (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 18,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 50% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | 38,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Wheels
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the front wheel may contain a casting flaw which could result in a wheel failure.
Risk: This wheel failure could potentially result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front wheel. The recall began on august 9, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The frame has cracked at where the motor mount is located,,i understand this is a common issue and needs to be fixed ..it fell over one night ..i don't have photos right now
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kawasaki ninja zx10r motorcycle. The contact stated that there was a very heavy vibration in the handle bars. The contact later noticed that the frame was cracked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they informed the contact that they were not familiar with the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kawasaki ninja zx-10r motorcycle. The contact stated that the motorcycle frame developed a crack along the welds. The motorcycle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired…
Dt: the contact noticed the main frame and swing arm cracked three months after purchase. As a result, the rear tire was tilted two degrees to the left. The vehicle is currently being repaired. *ak updated 1/4/2006 - *nm
CONSUMER WAS OPERATING SUBJECT MOTORCYCLE ON AUGUST 28, 2004, LOST CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE, HIT A CURB, AND WAS THROWN FROM THE MOTORCYCLE. THE CONSUMER WAS THROWN INTO A TREE AND DIED UPON IMPACT. RECALL NOTIFICATION LETTER (NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 04V-373000) WAS POSTMARKED (CA) 2 DAYS PRIOR TO…
Other Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ninja ZX-10R | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Ninja ZX-10R | 3 | 1 |
| 2011 Ninja ZX-10R | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 Ninja ZX-10R | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Ninja ZX-10R | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 Ninja ZX-10R | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | 6 | 1 |
See all Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R problems by year, every Kawasaki model, or the VIN decoder.
Similar Kawasaki models
Embed this 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
Owners most often report structure, power train, steering problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ninja ZX-10R model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.