2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 27, 2004 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~2,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%2,500——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1 recalls (1)

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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeOct 16, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V387000 · 11,018 vehicles

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.

While driving at any speed rumbling sound could be heard then the vehicle would stall. The consumer stated that this has occurred at least 10 times since he owned the cycle. The dealer has examined the cycle five times but could not find the problem. *nm *nm

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 23, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10074346

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YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1?

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 ZX636 B1?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2003 Kawasaki ZX636 B1 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZX636 B1 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.