Kawasaki Ninja 500 (Kawasaki) – Clutch Assembly Issue (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2024 KAWASAKI NINJA 500
Brand
KAWASAKI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2024
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is recalling certain 2024 KAWASAKI NINJA 500 vehicles due to power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) issues. A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026