Kawasaki ZX Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki ZX Series, across 5 model years (1996–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Kawasaki ZX Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No ZX Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 ZX Series: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 ZX Series: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 ZX Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Kawasaki ZX Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Kawasaki ZX Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 ZX Series | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1999 ZX Series | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 ZX Series | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 ZX Series | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1996 ZX Series | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki ZX Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (2), 1999 (2), 1998 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Kawasaki ZX Series?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 5 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki ZX Series have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.