The 2026 Kawasaki ZX-6R is under an active safety recall and has been officially classified by Kawasaki as “Unsafe to Operate.” Kawasaki has confirmed in writing that there is no approved repair procedure and no repair timeline available. The motorcycle cannot be used in any capacity, but I am required to continue making payments. This is a failure to remedy a known safety defect. I am requesting the federal safety agency intervention because the manufacturer cannot provide a remedy for an unsafe vehicle.
The worst 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r problems
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Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- What is wrong
- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ninja ZX-6R, ZX-6R KRT Edition, ZX-6R KRT 40th Anniversary Edition ABS, ZX-6R ABS, and ZX-6R KRT Edition ABS motorcycles. The motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a metal crankshaft bushing.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. Dealers will re-tighten the metal crankshaft bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Motorcycles in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 25V376 will need to have the new remedy performed, once available. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at (855) 878-4217.
Recall number 25V798000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r
Is the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r, close to a typical Ninja ZX-6r model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 25V798000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r have bad engine?
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6r model years with the most engine complaints are 2025 (21 complaints) and 2024 (16 complaints).
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