Name of Product: Model Year 2025 KX series competition and cross-country motorcycles
Hazard: The primary gear for the crank shaft can fail, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: April 24, 2025
Units: About 3,400
Description: This recall involves model year 2025 KX450, KX450SR and KX450X motorcycles. They are two-wheel competition and cross-country motorcycles sold in lime green. The following model numbers and vehicle identification numbers (VIN) are included in this recall. The model number is located on the right side of the vehicle. The VIN is located on the right side of the frame head pipe.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled competition and cross-country motorcycles and contact a Kawasaki dealer for a free repair. The primary gear will be replaced with a new gear. The repair will take place at an authorized Kawasaki dealership.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2024 through March 2025 for between $10,500 and $13,600.
Importer(s): Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of California
Manufactured In: Japan
Recall number: 25-238
Fast Track Recall
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Consumer Contact: Kawasaki Motors USA toll-free at 866-802-9381 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/owner-center/recalls or www.kawasaki.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.
