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Vehicle recall 09V464000 · December 2, 2009

2009-2010 Kawasaki EX250

Porosity in the engine case could allow engine oil to leak, and be deposited on the rear tire.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Kawasaki is recalling model year 2009 and 2010 EX250 ninja 250 motorcycles. Porosity in the engine case could allow engine oil to leak, and be deposited on the rear tire. A small number of upper engine cases for the affected model could have porosity in the aluminum casting. This porosity occurs in the vicinity of a pressurized oil passage just above the transmission output shaft.
Consequence
Engine oil leaking from this location can be deposited on the rear tire, creating the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and check for leaks in the vicinity of the suspected porosity. Units evidencing signs of leakage will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on December 8, 2009. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
09V464000
Reported to NHTSA
December 2, 2009
Filed by
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Owner notification
December 8, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected
259
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Engine and engine cooling
Recall 09V464000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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