Recall 25V118 covers 216 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 and Z E-1 motorcycles for battery connection failure. Do not drive. Free Kawasaki dealer repair.
A failed battery connection can cut drive power and increase the risk of a crash. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips, until the dealer finishes the repair. If it must move, ask the dealer about towing. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki is recalling 216 2024 Ninja E-1 and Z E-1 motorcycles because a missing battery terminal anchor can let the battery pack connection fail. Do not drive an affected motorcycle until a Kawasaki dealer completes the free repair; a failed connection can cut drive power and increase crash risk.
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What's wrong?
The drive battery on 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 and Z E-1 motorcycles stores electric power and feeds the propulsion system. Its connector is the contact point between the battery pack and the motorcycle, so current can move from the pack to the motor controls while the bike is ridden.
On affected motorcycles, a battery terminal anchor inside the drive battery connector was missing because test components entered the production supply. Without that anchor, the terminal can cave in when the battery and motorcycle connect. A damaged terminal can break the electrical connection between the battery pack assembly and the motorcycle. Kawasaki found this condition after a test bike stalled from loss of power.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the connection fails while riding, the motorcycle can lose drive power without a prior symptom for the rider to catch.
Who's affected?
Covers both E-1 electric motorcycle variants, with the same high-voltage traction battery listed for each.
| 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2024 Kawasaki Z E-1 | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 216 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed battery connection can cut drive power and increase the risk of a crash. Do not drive or ride the motorcycle, even for short trips, until the dealer finishes the repair. If it must move, ask the dealer about towing. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 or Z E-1 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the motorcycle until the battery-terminal-anchor inspection and any needed battery replacement are complete.
- Arrange a tow or transport if the motorcycle has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the free battery-terminal-anchor inspection that fixes the battery connection that can fail.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 25V118 when you call.
- Call Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381 with questions about recall number 25V118.
What happens at the repair
Do not ride the motorcycle until the recall repair is complete. At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician inspects the battery terminals and replaces the battery if the battery terminal anchor is missing. The inspection, replacement battery if needed, and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid to correct this failure before receiving the owner letter, Kawasaki offers full or partial reimbursement for documented repair costs. Send current owner and VIN information, repair orders, and payment confirmation to Kawasaki Customer Care.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 5, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 6, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 6, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V118?
Recall 25V118 covers 216 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 and Z E-1 motorcycles with a battery pack connection that can fail because a battery terminal anchor is missing. Do not drive the motorcycle until a Kawasaki dealer inspects the battery terminals and replaces the battery if needed, free of charge.
What should I do if my 2024 Kawasaki Ninja E-1 or Z E-1 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 25V118. If it is included, do not drive it. Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the battery-terminal inspection and battery replacement if the anchor is missing. Reference recall number 25V118 or Kawasaki recall MC25-03 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Kawasaki dealers will inspect the battery terminals and replace the battery if the anchor is missing, free of charge.
What does 'do not drive' mean for this Kawasaki recall?
Do not drive the motorcycle, even for a short trip, until the dealer completes the repair. The battery connection can fail and cause a loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. If the motorcycle needs to move, ask the Kawasaki dealer about safe transport.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V118000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 1-866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V118 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V118000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →