2008-2009 Kawasaki KL650E recall: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.s.a. reported this safety recall on February 19, 2009. It covers about 16,167 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 16,167
reported: Feb 19, 2009
owners notified: Feb 23, 2009
related complaints: 4

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 09V059000

Affected vehicles

Kawasaki KL650E 2008-2009 2008 2009

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about engine problems.

2008 Kawasaki KL650E 2009 Kawasaki KL650E

Questions about recall 09V059000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Kawasaki KL650E manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe?

Yes. Recall 09V059000, reported on February 19, 2009, covers about 16,167 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V059000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Kawasaki KL650E?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history