2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2024 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Published November 20, 2025 · Recall initiated: November 18, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V798000, published November 20, 2025 and initiated November 18, 2025. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 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 2024-2026 Ninja ZX-6R, ZX-6R KRT Edition, ZX-6R KRT 40th Anniversary Edition ABS, ZX-6R ABS, and ZX-6R KRT Edition ABS 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. Dealers will re-tighten the metal crankshaft bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Motorcycles in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 25V376 will need to have the new remedy performed, once available. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at (855) 878-4217.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KAWASAKI
- Model
- NINJA ZX-6R
- Manufacturer
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
- Lot
- 2026 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R | 2025 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R | 2024 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2025 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r | 2024 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V798000 on November 20, 2025. Reported hazard: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ninja ZX-6R, ZX-6R KRT Edition, ZX-6R KRT 40th Anniversary Edition ABS, ZX-6R ABS, and ZX-6R KRT Edition ABS 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. Dealers will re-tighten the metal crankshaft bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Motorcycles in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 25V376 will need to have the new remedy performed, once available. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at (855) 878-4217.
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.