Motorcycle — recall

Automotive · European Union · 2025-06-13

Origin: Thailand

Kawasaki Motorcycle: Clutch release lever weld may break due to manufacturing error

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-06-13
Country of origin	Thailand
Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Models affected	Ninja 500
Defect	The clutch release lever may not be properly welded to the shaft due to a manufacturing error. This can cause the weld to break, making it impossible to disengage the clutch, which can increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	SR/02159/25
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	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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