MYRModel Year Report

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

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2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:21:02.615Z

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaints 2015: 1 complaints 2015 2019: 1 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2022 2023: 1 complaints 2024: 18 complaints 2024 2025: 23 complaints 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2024: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
20095
20100
20111
20122
20138
20141
20151
20191
20221
20231
202418
202523
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

10 of 18 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH DEATH
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Unknown. Fatal motorcycle accident. Based on the police report, one witness said he blew a tire and all witnesses state that he and the bike went airborn.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250922

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

6 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 18 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH DEATH
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Unknown. Fatal motorcycle accident. Based on the police report, one witness said he blew a tire and all witnesses state that he and the bike went airborn.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250922

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20250627 — engine and engine cooling

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ninja ZX-6R motorcycles. The motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a metal crankshaft bushing.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The #5 metal crankshaft bushing must be inspected on all eligible units already in operation.

Campaign 25V376000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251215 — engine and engine cooling

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ninja ZX-6R, ZX-6R KRT Edition, ZX-6R KRT 40th Anniversary Edition ABS, ZX-6R ABS, and ZX-6R KRT Edition ABS motorcycles.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. Dealers will re-tighten the metal crankshaft bushing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025.

Campaign 25V798000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 25V376000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V798000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.