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Automotive · Japan · 2025-07-03

Origin: 日本

Kawasaki motorcycle engine crankcase bolts tightened with excessive torque

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-07-03
Country of origin	日本
Manufacturer	Kawasaki Motors Corporation
Models affected	Ninja ZX-6R
Units affected	1930
Defect	Due to improper tightening, some bolts fastening the upper and lower crankcases of the engine were tightened with excessive torque. As a result, proper oil clearance cannot be maintained between the crankshaft bearing and the crankshaft. In the worst case, the crankshaft bearing may seize, and the engine may stop while driving.
Component	Engine (Crankshaft Bearing)
Remedy	For vehicles not yet driven, the crankcase fastening bolts will be tightened to the proper torque. For vehicles already driven, the crankshaft bearing will be inspected. If an abnormality is found, it will be repaired; if no abnormality is found, the crankcase fastening bolts will be tightened to the proper torque.
Recall number	5684
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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