MYRModel Year Report

2001 Kawasaki Ninja

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2001 Kawasaki Ninja
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:21:55.957Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kawasaki Ninja Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2014 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 1 complaints 2021
2001: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19950
19962
19982
19992
20008
20017
20023
20035
20047
20051
20141
20182
20191
20200
20211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 7 total reports mention: power train.

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CONSUMER STATES THE SPEEDOMETER IS OFF APPROXIMATELY 10%, THIS CAUSES CONSUMER NOT TO KNOW THE ACTUAL SPEED THAT IS BEING DRIVEN, AND THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT WILLING TO HELP.*YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20011024

THE SPEEDOMETER IS INACCURATE UP TO ABOUT 10% AT 70 MPH, CONSUMER STATES THIS CAUSES HIM NOT TO KNOW THE ACTUAL SPEED, ALSO THE ODOMETER IS ACCRUING MILES ON THE MOTORCYCLE THAT ARE NOT ACTUALLY BEING DRIVEN.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20011016

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

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THE MOTORCYCLE LEAKED OIL OUT OF THE SHOCKS.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030306

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

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A HAIR LINE CRACK (LATERALLY) ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FRAME OF MY 2001 KAWASAKI ZX9R. CONCERNED BECAUSE OF SAFETY ISSUE, POSSIBLY CAN CAUSE FRAME FAILURE AND ACCIDENT.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20041006

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

INJURY
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HANDLEBARD WOULD NOT STRAITEN OUT, CAUSING ME TO LAY THE BIKE DOWN, DAMAGING THE GAS TANK, HANDLEBARS. NOTICED THE DISCONNECTED SPEEDOMETER CABLE AND SCRATCH EVIDENCE OF WHERE IT SNAGGED THE STEERING FORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011012

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20021216 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN 2000 ZX1200-A1/A1-L, 2001 ZX1200-A2/A2-L, AND 2002-2003 ZX1200-B1/B1-L MOTORCYCLES, OIL LEAKING FROM THE ALTERNATOR LEAD ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR CAN BE DEPOSITED ONTO THE REAR TIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL SEAL THE ALTERNATOR LEAD WIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN BEGIN DECEMBER 16, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEI

Campaign 02V324000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Kawasaki Ninja — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V324000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Kawasaki Ninja reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Kawasaki Ninja?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Kawasaki Ninja have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.