There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Kawasaki KLR650, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Kawasaki KLR650 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,500 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2009 Kawasaki KLR650 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 6,000 miles · reported Oct 18, 2016
The klr 650 rear signal lights are made with defective rubber that causes them to break and dangle by the electrical wires. Some of the 2008 models were recalled, mine is a 2009. I contacted kawasaki and they said there is not an open recall for this issue and contacted the local dealer and they said they would check with kawasaki for a courtesy fix. That was about a month ago and I never heard back from them. This is a safety issue not having working turn signals and was hoping you could assist me with this issue. Just a quick note, this bike has never been wreaked and stays in a covered…
Structure · at 9,500 miles · reported Dec 23, 2015
This `09 klr 650 was purchased used from guy who bought it new having approx. 8000 mi. My biggest complaint is possibly due to engine mounting and vibration whereas found exhaust manifold clamp had vibrated loose and detached from engine exhaust port. Another time found one of the side frame bolts had sheered or otherwise broke due vibration or defective material. Other similar problems involved having to replace or fix speedo cable and the protective leg / heat exhaust shield due to material or vibration issues.
Engine · at 3,000 miles · reported Dec 19, 2014
The contact owns a 2009 kawasaki klr650. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the motorcycle stalled without warning. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,000.
Engine · at 5,500 miles · reported Aug 26, 2014
This complaint does not represent an incident with my personal vehicle. The kawasaki klr650 series, all models spanning all mfg years, suffer from a weak chain tensioner assembly for the counterbalance shafts. This is an internal engine component. On the internet, this assembly is referred to as the "doohickey." searching the web for "klr doohickey" will yield literally thousands of results of both fixes and failures. Kawasaki has never corrected the issue, and an industry has even emerged with aftermarket parts to correct the defect that the manufacturer has failed to address. This is a…
Electrical System · at 10,026 miles · reported Jul 28, 2014
The contact owns a 2009 kawasaki klr650 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The motorcycle was not able to restart. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the motorcycle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v062000 (Electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 10,026.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Kawasaki KLR650 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Kawasaki KLR650 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Kawasaki KLR650?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,500 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.