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KAWASAKI NINJA 636 — recall

Automotive · New Zealand · 2026-01-09

Kawasaki motorcycle crankcase fastening bolts may be over-tightened

Country	New Zealand
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-01-09
Manufacturer	KAWASAKI
Models affected	NINJA 636
Model year	Model years 2024-2025
Defect	This recall supersedes DAM083A There is a possibility that the crankcase fastening bolts may have been over-tightened. This could result in seizure of the crankshaft bearing metal, leading to abnormal noise and, in the worst case, engine stalling.
Component	NINJA 636 2024 - 2025
Recall type	Safety Recall
Remedy	Contact your Kawasaki Dealership to confirm if your motorcycle is affected. If eligible organize with your dealer to have the motorcycle inspected.
Recall number	DMA372A
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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