Kawasaki Concours Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki Concours, across 2 model years (2004–2005). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Kawasaki Concours years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Concours model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 Concours: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2004 Concours: 3 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 Concours problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki Concours model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Concours | 4 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2004 Concours | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki Concours years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (4), 2004 (3). 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 Concours?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki Concours have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.