Recall 09V059000: 2008–2009 Kawasaki KL650E

Report received

Feb 19, 2009

Manufacturer

Kawasaki motors corp., u.s.a.

Potentially affected

16,167vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Kawasaki is recalling 16,167 my 2008-2009 klr 650 (kl650e8f/l, kl650e9f/l) motorcycles. The muffler assembly is secured to the frame of the motorcycle by two bolts. It is possible that heat expansion cycles of the muffler, combined with vibration from vehicle operation may cause loosening of the muffler mounting bolts.

Possible consequence

If the bolts loosen completely, it is possible for the muffler to separate from the motorcycle, creating a risk of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the paint from the muffler mount tabs and replace the mount bolts, nut, and washer free of charge. The recall began on february 23, 2009. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Kawasaki KL650E12 complaints
• 2009 Kawasaki KL650E6 complaints