REC-006312

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2024 KAWASAKI ER500ERFNW/Z500 & EX500GRFNW/NINJA 500

Category: Motorcycle · Supplier: KAWASAKI MOTORS PTY LTD

Recall date: 14 March 2025

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the clutch release shaft may not have been welded to the required specifications and could detach from the lever. If this occurs, the clutch may not fully disengage resulting in a loss of motive power whilst riding.

Hazard

A loss of motive power whilst riding increases the risk of an accident, this may result in a serious injury or death to rider, and/or passenger and other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should contact their authorised Kawasaki dealer to have the vehicle inspected and repaired, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — KAWASAKI MOTORS PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au