2006 Kawasaki KL650A recalls and problems

The 2006 Kawasaki KL650A has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kawasaki dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Kawasaki KL650A vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Kawasaki KL650A recalls

Recall 07V-486: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 16, 2007 · 33,693 vehicles affected · KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, insufficient tightening of the muffler mounting bolts could allow the bolts to loosen.

Risk: If the bolts loosen completely, it is possible for the muffler to separate from the motorcycle and create the potential for a crash.

Fix: Dealers will tighten two muffler mounting bolts to the proper torque free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

2006 Kawasaki KL650A problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Suspension1
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,540 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Kawasaki KL650A complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 3,318 miles · reported Aug 1, 2009
2006 kawasaki klr 650 balancer tensioner spring failure. Symptoms loud engine noise and poor engine operation. The failure was caught in time before catastrophic engine failure could take place. I purchased a balancer lever upgrade kit from eagle manufacturing of california. The cost of this kit was approximately $140.00. I also purchased a motorcycle jack to accomplish the repair. My labor was approximately 4 hours, this included removing the left side engine cover from the flywheel and stator. Then removing the inner flywheel side cover to retrieve the broken idler adjuster spring. The main…
Power Train · at 19,000 miles · reported Apr 15, 2008
2006 klr 650 kawasaki motorcycle broken balancer chain lever even though adjusted regularly by kawasaki dealer. Metal fragments in the engine causing potential damage. Incurred significant repair costs to replace the defective part and repair with after market replacement as the kawasaki part is defective. This defect could have resulted in a seized engine and even death and/or injury. Would like kawasaki to indemnify me for my losses and also issue a recall on all bikes with this defective part.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A: 07V-486 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Kawasaki KL650A?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,540 miles.

Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.