Clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)Recall 25V-146 · Kawasaki vehicles
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall 25V-146 covers 3,742 Kawasaki vehicles for a clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) problem, reported to NHTSA on March 6, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 44% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V146000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Ninja 500 (ABS, KRT Edition, KRT Edition SE ABS, SE ABS, SE 40th Anniversary Edition ABS), Z500 ABS, and Z500 SE ABS motorcycles. The clutch release shaft was not properly welded, which can cause the clutch lever to break apart.
The risk
A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-04.
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
44%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.