- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2024-2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R motorcycles may lose engine power during operation because a metal crankshaft bushing can seize. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Kawasaki advises owners not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The #5 metal crankshaft bushing will be inspected. If there is no abnormality or damage, the bolts holding the crankshaft together in the crankcase will be re-tightened to the proper torque. If the bushing is abnormal or damaged, the parts will be replaced and the crankshaft properly tightened, or the engine will be otherwise repaired or replaced. The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Kawasaki has not yet provided a schedule for owner notification. Owners can contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381, and should check their VIN for open recalls. This recall was replaced by 25V798.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R | 20242025 |
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