Kawasaki Ninja E-1 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 24, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. recalls 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1, Z E-1

Recall number

25V118000

Brand / firm

Kawasaki

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 216 units

Why it was recalled

A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.