Kawasaki Z500 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2024–2025: 1 recall campaign and 1 owner complaint. Pick a model year.
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Power Train #25V146000 · 2025 · 3,742 units
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.
Risk: A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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