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Kawasaki Ninja 500 EX500GR recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle defect

On affected motorcycles the clutch release shaft was not properly welded to the lever due to an improper manufacturing process.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Ninja 500 EX500GR

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 22/01/2024 – 24/01/2024
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • DAL98

What to do now

A safety defect has been found on some Kawasaki Ninja 500 EX500GR.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/133). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected motorcycles the clutch release shaft was not properly welded to the lever due to an improper manufacturing process.

Defect

On affected motorcycles the clutch release shaft was not properly welded to the lever due to an improper manufacturing process.

Remedy

Replace the clutch release shaft.

Models

Ninja 500 EX500GR

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Questions

Why are Kawasaki Ninja 500 EX500GR being recalled?

A safety defect has been found on some Kawasaki Ninja 500 EX500GR. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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