Kawasaki Bayou Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 7, 2003 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki Bayou, across 1 model years (1996–1996). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.

Kawasaki Bayou years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Bayou model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1996 Bayou: 2 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Kawasaki Bayou problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel System, Gasoline210

All Kawasaki Bayou model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1996 Bayou20—Fuel System, Gasoline

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Frequently asked questions

Which Kawasaki Bayou years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Kawasaki Bayou?

Fuel System, Gasoline, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Kawasaki Bayou have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.