2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 7, 2023 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Ninja ZX-6R years
Not enough data 6th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R. That ranks 6th out of 13 Ninja ZX-6R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2013. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexandru.paul.popa, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1
Engine1
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———
Engine1100%———
Service Brakes1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R recalls (1)

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Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery; electrical system:alternator/generator/regulatorFeb 17, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V064000 · 20,512 vehicles

Problem: Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ninja zx-10r, and 2009-2012 ninja zx-6r motorcycles manufactured from december 14, 2007 through july 26, 2011. Due to a manufacturing error, the regulator/rectifier may insufficiently charge the battery.

Risk: If the battery discharges, the motorcycle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the voltage regulator, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 24, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 949-770-0400.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I purchased this bike and have not been able to ride it, due to the severity of the safety and mechanical issues the dealer failed to disclose to me. Once I got the bike home and had it inspected by a reputable mechanic, he informed me the dealer couldn’t have inspected this bike without seeing…

Service Brakes · received Mar 7, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11510624

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ninja ZX-6R model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.