2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 recalls and problems

The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kawasaki dealer.

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Complaints

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 recalls

Recall 25V-146: Power Train

Reported Mar 6, 2025 · 3,742 vehicles affected · Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

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.

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 500 miles · reported Jul 29, 2025

The contact owned a 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and making a turn downhill on a mountain, the contact applied the front brakes, but the front brake lever travelled to the grip, and the vehicle failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact applied the rear brakes, which engaged, but the vehicle failed to complete the turn. The vehicle drove straightforward over dirt, drove on a cliff, over the edge of an embankment, and crashed onto the ground. No police report was filed. The motorcycle was towed and totaled. The…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500: 25V-146 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 500 miles.

Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.