Engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalRecall 25V-798 · 2024–2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recall 25V-798 covers 19,823 2024–2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r for a engine: hard parts internal/mechanical problem, reported to NHTSA on November 18, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 61% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 25V798000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The fix
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.
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
61%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 3, 2023 to July 15, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.