2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 87%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R, 87% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2007 zx6r Kawasaki with only 1700 mile on it and I have noticed my head gasket leaks and a tapping noise in the engine. I don't know if this is safe. If the engine locks up at high speeds then it hurt and possible kill me. It don't sound to safe.”
NHTSA complaint #10282990, filed 2009-09, 1,700 miles“Cams and tappets going bad in a 2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R a ticking is coming from the engine that has been associated with causing failure and the engine to seize. (I am not sure of my VIN # but please contact me if you need me to find it).”
NHTSA complaint #10318055, filed 2010-03, 2,300 miles“I have a ZX-6R ninja 2007, and I am having problems with the valve cover gasket. It leaks oil consistently. This is an on going problem with the 07 and 08 ninja ZX-6R.. This is a hazard because if oil reaches our back tire we will end up sliding which could potentially cause serious bodily harm, property damage and in sever cases death. This is a very simple problem that can be corrected, if not corrected it can lead to possible life threatening consequences and extensive property damage. …”
NHTSA complaint #10248046, filed 2008-11, 18,000 miles“Valve cover gasket and o-ring for the sensor on the front of the engine leaks oil. Oil leaks daily. Valve cover gasket and o-ring needs to be replaced. Oil leak can grease the tires of the motorcycle and cause a serious injury or death. In addition, the engine can seize from lack of oil and ruin the product for the owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10320425, filed 2010-03, 5,000 miles“Valve cover gasket and o-ring for the sensor on the front of the engine leaks oil. Oil leaks daily. Valve cover gasket and o-ring needs to be replaced. Oil leak can grease the tires of the motorcycle and cause a serious injury or death.”
NHTSA complaint #10343518, filed 2010-07, 23,000 milesEngine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 13 | 87% |
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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