2024–2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Recall: Motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a…
NHTSA campaign 25V376000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Jul 7, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — 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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | Ninja ZX-6R | 2024, 2025 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V376000 (manufacturer number MC25-08). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.