2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ZX600 K1L years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L recalls (1)
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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the welds securing the muffler to its clamp could fail from vibration, allowing the muffler to separate from the exhaust pipe.
Risk: This can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the muffler and install a rubber damper. Owner notification began on october 20, 2003. 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.
Muffler was replaced before consumer received recall notice.*mr the manufacturer informed the consumer to send in all the necessary documents. *cb *jb
Other Kawasaki ZX600 K1L years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Kawasaki ZX600 K1L a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZX600 K1L model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.