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Recalls, inspection results and owner complaints for the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500, from official sources in the US, Canada and Europe. To check one specific car, enter its VIN or plate.
We checked recall campaigns for this vehicle, or for its model where the register works by model.
Source: NHTSA (US Department of Transportation) · US public domain
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. Remedy: 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.
We checked Transport Canada's recall database for this make, model and year.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Open Government Licence – Canada
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the clutch lever could break. If this happens, the clutch may not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in. As a result, the motorcycle could move forward from a stop. It could also cause the motorcycle to move suddenly if you start it and the transmission isn't in neutral (N). Safety Risk: A clutch that doesn't disengage could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. A motorcycle that moves suddenly when you try to start or stop it can create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Kawasaki advises not to ride your motorcycle until the recall repairs are completed. Kawasaki will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the clutch release shaft.
We checked the EU Safety Gate for recall alerts naming this model and its production years.
Source: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC BY 4.0, © European Union
The crankcase fastening bolts may have been over-tightened. This could result in a seizure of the crankshaft main bearing and unusual noises, and could cause the engine to shut down, leading to an accident. Production: 31.07.2023 - 19.06.2025. Types: e1*168/2013*00330*00 (ZX636J).
The crankcase fastening bolts may have been over-tightened. This could result in a seizure of the crankshaft main bearing and unusual noises, and in the worst case could cause the engine to shut down, causing an accident and serious injuries. Production: 31.7.2023 - 28.5.2025. Types: e1*168/2013*00330*00 (ZX636J).
The clutch release lever may not be properly welded to the shaft due to a manufacturing error. This can cause the weld to break, making it impossible to disengage the clutch, which can increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Production: 22.01.2024 - 24.01.2024. Types: EX500G; e1*168/2013*00366*00.
Problems owners of this model reported to NHTSA, grouped by component.
Source: NHTSA (US Department of Transportation) · US public domain