NHTSA recall 25V118000
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
Kawasaki Ninja E-1 and 1 more
Reported Feb 24, 2025216 vehicles affectedKawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.Maker’s number MC25-03
The defect
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.
The risk
A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.