NHTSA Recall 25V146000
Filed by Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.. Component: Power Train. Reported 2025-03-06. An estimated 3,742 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will 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.
Manufacturer campaign number: MC25-04
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.