2024 Kawasaki Z500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2024 Kawasaki Z500. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2024 Kawasaki Z500. Newest first.
Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Ninja 500 (ABS, KRT Edition, KRT Edition SE ABS, SE ABS, SE 40th Anniversary Edition ABS), Z500 ABS, and Z500 SE ABS motorcycles. The clutch release shaft was not properly welded, which can cause the clutch lever to break apart.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A broken clutch release lever may not disengage, disabling the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-04.
Every Kawasaki Z500 model year
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