NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R recall: Crankshaft Bushing Can Seize and Cause Engine Stall
Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive affected vehicles until repaired.
- Recall number
- 25V376000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Category
- Vehicles › Engine And Engine Cooling
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 17792
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Engine And Engine Cooling
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | Ninja ZX-6R | 2024–2025 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ninja ZX-6R motorcycles. The motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a metal crankshaft bushing.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The #5 metal crankshaft bushing must be inspected on all eligible units already in operation. If there is no abnormality with or damage to the bushing, the bolts holding the crankshaft together in the crank case must be re-tightened with proper torque. If there is any abnormality with or damage to the bushing, the parts must be replaced and the crankshaft properly tightened, or the engine must be otherwise repaired or replaced. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. This recall was replaced by 25V798.
Manufacturer campaign number
MC25-08
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V376000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.