2009 Kawasaki KL650E Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2009 Kawasaki KL650E, and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2009 Kawasaki KL650E
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Electrical system: wiring
Kawasaki is recalling 16,167 my 2008-2009 klr 650 (kl650e8f/l, kl650e9f/l) motorcycles. Wires in the wiring harness might be damaged due to rubbing contact with a portion of the motorcycle frame.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the main wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on february 24, 2009. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.
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Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (engine and engine cooling)
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.
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.
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2009 Kawasaki KL650E have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 5,005 miles. Complaints peaked in 2009 with 2 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki kl650e motorcycle. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The c”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, August 29, 2012 · Electrical system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki kl650e. The contact attempted to start the vehicle and it failed to start. The contact was eventually able to start the vehicle; however after inspecting the vehic”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, October 13, 2011 · Electrical system
Compare Kawasaki KL650E model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Kawasaki KL650E model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Kawasaki KL650E | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 Kawasaki KL650E | 3 | 12 |
| 2009 Kawasaki KL650E | 2 | 6 |
| 2012 Kawasaki KL650E | 0 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2009 Kawasaki KL650E
How do I know if my 2009 Kawasaki KL650E has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2009 Kawasaki KL650E; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Kawasaki dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 09V059000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.