2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (85 reports).

1Recalls
116Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your KLR-650?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 recalls

Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand

Recall 07V244Jun 7, 20075 vehicles affected

Most common 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 problems

Problem areas named in the 116 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting85
Engine And Engine Cooling13
Structure10
Suspension9
Electrical System5
Power Train2
Equipment2
Visibility1
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility1
Engine1

What owners report

2018-01-20, Exterior Lighting
TURNED IN COMPLAINT ON A FEW DAYS AGO. RECEIVED THIS TRACKING NUMBER 11063172. WHAT'S MY NEXT STEP? THE COMPLAINT WAS TURN SIGNALS FALLING OFF.
2018-01-16, Exterior Lighting
TURN SIGNALS FELL OFF. HANGING ON BY ELECTRIC WIRING
2018-01-07, Exterior Lighting
EXTERIOR TURN SIGNALS DRYROT,THEREFORE TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS FALLING OFF AND HANGING ON BY WIRE. ONE IN FRONT AND ONE IN BACK. THE ONE IN BACK FELL ON TO MUFFLER MELTING PLASTIC.
2012-09-07, Exterior Lighting
TURN SIGNALS HAVE A RUBBER MOUNT THAT FALLS OFF. *TR
2012-06-18, Engine
THE ENGINE BURNS OIL EXCESSIVELY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (60 TO 70 MPH). AN ENGINE LOCKUP DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICANT IS A VERY REAL CONCERN DUE TO THE OIL CONSUMPTION RATE. *TR

2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 questions

Does the 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650: Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650?

Based on 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (85), Engine And Engine Cooling (13), Structure (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Kawasaki KLR-650 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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