2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 6, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 550 miles. 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 2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~550 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~550 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%550——
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%550——

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

2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F recalls (1)

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Engine and engine coolingJan 21, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V016000 · 740 vehicles

Problem: Kawasaki is recalling model year 2009 super sherpa kl250g9f motorcycles. On eligible units, blockage of an oil passage in the engine might restrict oil flow to the cylinder head.

Risk: This could result in the engine losing power and eventually stopping which could create the risk of a crash while operating the vehicle resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the oil system and repair the cylinder head free of charge. The recall began on january 25, 2010. Owners may contact kawasaki consumer services department 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.

This is a model wide problem-- from what i've read on forums-- from 1999 to 2009 these motorcycles have had a problem with a slow warm-up compounded with a smooth run off choke followed by stumbling which could lead to a crash. I bought my motorcycle knowing of this nature... That it would need…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 6, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10424014

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F?

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

Was the 2009 Kawasaki KL250G9F a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other KL250G9F model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.