Warning
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 Recall: POWER TRAIN
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Schedule service with your dealer promptly.
Source: NHTSA
WarningCampaign #25V146000Engine / Powertrain
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 Recall: POWER TRAIN
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Affected Vehicles
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500
Recall Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
411 Press Analysis
Owners of 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on March 6, 2025. The recall involves power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle). A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash. Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database