2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2024 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Published June 5, 2025 · Recall initiated: July 7, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V376000, published June 5, 2025 and initiated July 7, 2025. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2024 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- NINJA ZX-6R
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2025 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R | 2024 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2024 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V376000 on June 5, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: NINJA ZX-6R.