Kawasaki Motors recalls
Kawasaki Motors boats have 5 recall campaigns on record across 97,798 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Kawasaki Motors Mfg has 5 USCG recall campaigns on record spanning 1996 to 2017, affecting nearly 98,000 personal watercraft units. The campaigns address steering system failures, fuel system defects including leaks, and hull instability. Buyers should verify any affected model received the factory remedy before purchase, particularly the 2017 fuel system campaign covering over 61,700 JT1200 and JT1500 units.
All Kawasaki Motors recalls
- ⚠ Recall
990167T9/14/1999STEERING
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
170006S5/2/2017FUEL SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960068T3/16/1998HULL DESIGN - INSTABILITY
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
960093T10/9/1996STEERING SYSTEM
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
950294T1/12/1996GAS MAY LEAK FROM FUEL; FILL SPIGOT
What this means before you buy →
What to check before you buy a used Kawasaki Motors
- Cross reference the HIN against all 5 Kawasaki USCG campaigns to identify whether the unit was subject to recall.
- Request documentary proof that any identified recall remedy was completed by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
- Inspect fuel fill connections and steering linkage for signs of the defects described in the fuel and steering campaigns.
- Consider a pre purchase marine survey with specific attention to fuel system integrity and steering response.
Frequently asked questions
How many recall campaigns has Kawasaki Motors Mfg issued for boats?
Kawasaki has 5 USCG recall campaigns on file, issued between 1996 and 2017, covering steering, fuel system, and hull stability defects across personal watercraft models.
Which Kawasaki models were recalled for fuel system problems?
Campaign 170006S recalled JT1200 and JT1500 models for fuel system defects in 2017. Campaign 950294T recalled JH900 A1 and JH750 C1 models for fuel fill spigot leaks in 1996.
What was the largest Kawasaki watercraft recall?
The 2017 fuel system campaign affecting JT1200 and JT1500 models is the largest on record, covering 61,709 units.
How do I check if a used Kawasaki was recalled?
Decode the HIN to identify the model year and designation, then cross reference against the 5 USCG campaigns. Request recall remedy documentation from the seller or contact Kawasaki with the HIN to verify completion status.