Critical Alert
2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx 6r Recall: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA lists this recall under its "Do Not Drive" advisory: stop driving the vehicle until the repair is complete. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free recall repair.
Source: NHTSA
CriticalCampaign #25V376000Engine / Powertrain
2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx 6r Recall: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx 6r
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Affected Vehicles
2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx 6r
Recall Summary
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.
Remedy
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.
411 Press Analysis
A vehicle safety recall has been issued for the 2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx 6r. NHTSA received the recall report on July 7, 2025 involving engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. NHTSA lists this recall under its "Do Not Drive" advisory: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is telling owners to stop driving affected vehicles until the recall repair is complete. Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. Owners should contact an authorized dealer to arrange the free repair, and can check their recall status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database