Engine control module (ecu/ecm): softwareRecall 24V-680 · Kawasaki vehicles
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall 24V-680 covers 1,150 Kawasaki vehicles for a engine control module (ecu/ecm): software problem, reported to NHTSA on September 12, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 71% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V680000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z7 Hybrid ABS and Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS motorcycles. The electronic control unit (ECU) may cause the transmission to shift into neutral when the operator attempts to shift from first to second gear.
The risk
The unintended shift to neutral can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC24-13.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
71%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.