2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 | 2024 Kawasaki Z500 — Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Published March 6, 2025 · Recall initiated: March 6, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V146000, published March 6, 2025. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 | 2024 Kawasaki Z500 — Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle).
What's the hazard
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.
What to 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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- NINJA 500
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2024 KAWASAKI NINJA 500 | 2024 KAWASAKI Z500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 | 2024 Kawasaki Z500 — Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V146000 on March 6, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: NINJA 500.