NHTSA Recall 25V146000
NHTSA Campaign Id 25V146000; Date: Mar. 6, 2025
a broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500; 2024 Kawasaki Z500
Component: Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/hand Lever(motorcycle)
Manufactured by: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a.
Affected Units:: 3,742
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 24, 2025. owners may contact kmc customer service at 1-866-802-9381. kmc's number for this recall is mc25-04.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
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