MYRModel Year Report

2003 Kawasaki Ninja

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2003 Kawasaki Ninja
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:22:23.022Z

Only 5 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 5 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, 2003 highlighted. 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 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
2003: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 5 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH MUFFLER FELL OFF WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING MOTORCYCLE TO RUN OFF THE ROAD. AS A RESULT, DRIVER WAS UNCONSCIOUS AND SPRAINED HIS ANKLE. A WEEK LATER, A RECALL WAS ISSUED ON THE MUFFLER BRACKETS.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031103

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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2003 KAWASKI EX500-D10---I WAS RIDING DOWN THE ROAD AND AS I WAS DOWN SHIFTING THE FRONT WHEEL WENT ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WHEN THE HANDLE BARS BROKE OFF IN MY HANDS, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME TO TURN AND I RAN INTO THE DITCH AND WAS THROWN...

NHTSA ODI report, 20030514

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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

2003 Kawasaki Ninja — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V324000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Kawasaki Ninja?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 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.