Kawasaki Z E-1 (Kawasaki) – Battery Connection Risk (2025)
Missing battery terminal anchor can cause sudden loss of drive power.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2024 KAWASAKI Z E-1
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 Z E-1 vehicles due to electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery issues. A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.. CRITICAL: Do not drive until repaired.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z e-1 ABS and Ninja e-1 ABS motorcycles. The connection between the battery pack assembly and motorcycle may fail due to a missing battery terminal anchor.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the battery terminals and replace the battery if the anchor is missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-03.
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