Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 5, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recalls 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid, Z7 Hybrid

Recall number

24V833000

Brand / firm

Kawasaki

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 299 units

Why it was recalled

Loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A (Kawasaki) is recalling certain Z7 Hybrid ABS and Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS motorcycles. The connection between the head pipe (steering head) to the frame may have been improperly welded and crack, resulting in a loss of vehicle handling and control.

What to do

Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles. Kawasaki will replace the motorcycles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.