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1993 Kawasaki ZX1100-CProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 1993 Kawasaki ZX1100-C, most often about the power train. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage25kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 20, 2005. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 1993 Kawasaki ZX1100-C has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

1993 Kawasaki ZX1100-C recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Engine: gasoline

Recall 93V-219 · Dec 15, 1993 · 8,817 vehicles

Risk. CONTINUED USE OF THE MOTORCYCLE MAY CAUSE THE NUT ANDSPROCKET TO FALL OFF RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kawasaki.

Best & worst years

1993 vs. every other ZX1100-C year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ZX1100-C median. How we score

'90'91'92'93
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What ZX1100-C owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I HAVE A 1993 KAWASAKI ZX-11, VIN [XXX], WITH A 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION AND 27,824 MILES ON BIKE. I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH 2ND GEAR, ESPECIALLY AT SLOWER SPEED AND UNDER ACCELERATION. I CAN BE GOING ANYWHERE FROM 15 TO 45 MPH AND WHEN I ACCELERATE THE BIKE SPUTTERS AND KICKS. I HAD IT TO A DEALER AND…
Complaint 10137138 · Sep 20, 2005 · 25,000 miles

Own a 1993 ZX1100-C?

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