2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2006 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other BN125-A5 years
Not enough data
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 1 complaints
2003: 1200312006: 120061

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5 recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Service brakes, hydraulicApr 7, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V140000 · 5,102 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the rear brake actuating cam can break where the actuating arm attaches to it.

Risk: This could cause a loss of rear brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake cam. Owner notification began on april 24, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Consumer complaint concerning the kawasaki eliminator 125 rear brake cam warning recall. *ts the consumer stated the nearest dealer is an hour away. *jb

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Oct 4, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10171182

The consumer received a recall notice #03v140000 subject: rear brake actuating cam. The consumer called to make an appointment with the dealer which stated no parts are available. *nlm

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received May 16, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10019985

Other Kawasaki BN125-A5 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200221

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2002 Kawasaki BN125-A5 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other BN125-A5 model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.