Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Model Year 2025 Competition and Cross-Country Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2025-04-24). Hazards: crash. Models: KX450, KX450MSFNN, JKAKXGMCSA008598, JKAKXGMCSA011475, KX450SR, KX450PSFNN…. About 3,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 25238 |
| Published | 2025-04-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-24 |
| Products | Model Year 2025 KX series competition and cross-country motorcycles |
| Firm named in the title | Kawasaki Motors USA |
| Firms | Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of California (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 3,400 |
| Model numbers | KX450, KX450MSFNN, JKAKXGMCSA008598, JKAKXGMCSA011475, KX450SR, KX450PSFNN, JKAKXGPCSA000012, JKAKXGMCSA000971, KX450X, KX450NSFNN, JKAKXGNCSA002194, JKAKXGNCSA003159 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2024 through March 2025 for between $10,500 and $13,600. |
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. Product Name Model Number Vehicle Identification Number 2025 KX450 KX450MSFNN JKAKXGMCSA008598 - JKAKXGMCSA011475 2025 KX450SR KX450PSFNN JKAKXGPCSA000012 - JKAKXGMCSA000971 2025 KX450X KX450NSFNN JKAKXGNCSA002194 - JKAKXGNCSA003159
Hazard
The primary gear for the crank shaft can fail, posing a crash hazard.
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 and injuries
None reported
Machine access
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