Recall 25V118000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Defect in 2024-2024 KAWASAKI Z E-1
RECALL This recall affects up to 216 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 25V118000 |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. |
| Vehicles Affected | 216 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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