Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 18, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recalls 2024–2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx-6r

Recall number

25V798000

Brand / firm

Kawasaki

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 19,823 units

Why it was recalled

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.