Kawasaki ZX-6R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki ZX-6R, across 3 model years (2007–2023). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (15). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Kawasaki ZX-6R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No ZX-6R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 ZX-6R: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2023 ZX-6R: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 ZX-6R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Kawasaki ZX-6R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Kawasaki ZX-6R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ZX-6R | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 ZX-6R | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 ZX-6R | 15 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki ZX-6R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (15), 2023 (2), 2009 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Kawasaki ZX-6R?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 13 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki ZX-6R have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.