Kawasaki 2024 Power Train recall
Recalled March 6, 2025 · NHTSA recall 25V146000 · Kawasaki
Hazard
A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-04.
Units
3,742 units
Description
Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Ninja 500 (ABS, KRT Edition, KRT Edition SE ABS, SE ABS, SE 40th Anniversary Edition ABS), Z500 ABS, and Z500 SE ABS motorcycles. The clutch release shaft was not properly welded, which can cause the clutch lever to break apart.
What to do
Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-04.
Product
Kawasaki NINJA 500 · Kawasaki Z500
Manufacturer(s)
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →