How many recalls does the 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 have?

The 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2009 Kawasaki Klx250?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is engine.

2009 Kawasaki Klx250 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 9,460 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 11V316000 2011-06-08 9,460 affected

Defect

KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 KLX250 MOTORCYCLES. THE FUEL TANK COULD LEAK FROM CRACKS AT THE SPOT WELD(S) ON THE SIDE MOUNT TABS DUE TO STRESS CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND A FRAME-MOUNTED RUBBER DAMPER.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF SPARK OR FLAME COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THE FUEL TANK AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI CONSUMER SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT 866-802-9381.

Complaints by component

ENGINE

Total complaints1

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kawasaki klx250sf motorcycle. The contact stated that while traveling at unknown speeds, the vehicle overheated. The contact merged to the shoulder and dismounted the vehicle just at it burst into flames. The fire and police departments were notified. The vehicle was…”

ENGINE · reported 2013-07-04

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.