Recall 25V363 affects 482 2025 Kawasaki W230 motorcycles for an unstable battery ground that can stall the engine. Repair is free at franchised Kawasaki dealers.
Kawasaki is recalling 482 2025 W230 motorcycles because the electrical ground connection between the battery and frame can become unstable and stall the engine. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash or injury, and Kawasaki dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electrical ground connection on the 2025 Kawasaki W230 is the return path that lets current flow from the battery through the frame and engine, then back to the battery. The ECU, the computer that controls engine operation, depends on that steady path to stay powered while the motorcycle is running.
On affected motorcycles, cosmetic paint is present on the section of the engine mount that is supposed to ground the engine. Paint does not conduct electricity the way bare metal does, so the battery-to-frame ground connection becomes unstable. Continued riding can interrupt current to electrical components, including the ECU, and the engine can stall while the motorcycle is operating.
There is no warning sign before failure. Kawasaki says affected motorcycles can be distinguished by checking for the white paint mark to the left of the VIN.
Who's affected?
The scope is split between wiring and engine components, both tied to the crankcase identified by Kawasaki.
| 2025 Kawasaki W230 | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2025 Kawasaki W230 | Engine |
| Units affected | 482 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash or injury, especially if it happens while the motorcycle is moving in traffic. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair soon once your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Kawasaki W230 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the free battery-harness replacement and ground-connection repair that fixes the unstable electrical ground.
- Bring the recall notice if Kawasaki mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V363 when you call.
- Avoid riding if the motorcycle has stalled or the engine cuts out before repair; ask the dealer about pickup or towing.
- Call Kawasaki customer service at 800-632-8888 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician replaces the battery harness and secures the ground connection between the battery and frame. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you paid out of pocket for the same failure before receiving the owner letter, Kawasaki offers full or partial reimbursement for documented repair costs. Send copies of current owner and VIN information, repair orders, and payment confirmation to Kawasaki Customer Care at the address listed in the owner letter.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 23, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| June 13, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 23, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V363?
Recall 25V363 covers 482 2025 Kawasaki W230 motorcycles with an electrical ground connection between the battery and frame that can become unstable and stall the engine. An engine stall increases crash or injury risk. Kawasaki will replace the battery harness and secure the ground connection for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Kawasaki W230 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 25V363. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the battery harness replacement and ground connection repair. Reference recall 25V363 or Kawasaki recall MC25-06 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Kawasaki will replace the battery harness and secure the ground connection free of charge at a franchised Kawasaki dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an engine stall while riding. Kawasaki reported that an unstable electrical ground connection between the battery and frame can cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash or injury.
When did Kawasaki notify owners?
Kawasaki mailed owner notification letters on June 12, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, that does not prove your motorcycle is excluded. Used motorcycles and address changes are common reasons notices miss owners, so the VIN decides.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V363000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 800-632-8888 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V363 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V363000 |
Source documents
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 →