2024–2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Recall: Motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a…
NHTSA campaign 25V798000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Nov 18, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
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. 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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki | Ninja ZX-6R | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V798000 (manufacturer number MC25-11). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.