2005 Kawasaki KL650A Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other KL650A years
- Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Kawasaki KL650A. That ranks 2nd out of 6 KL650A model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 3,723 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Kawasaki KL650A problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 50% | 3,723 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 50% | 62,150 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Kawasaki KL650A recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Problem: On certain motorcycles, insufficient tightening of the muffler mounting bolts could allow the bolts to loosen.
Risk: If the bolts loosen completely, it is possible for the muffler to separate from the motorcycle and create the potential for a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten two muffler mounting bolts to the proper torque free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may 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.
Balancer chain began making noise attempted factory recommended adjustments. Concern was unresolved. Removed stator cover found quadrant and tensioner broken. *tr
On the basis of anecdotal information i replaced the stock balancer chain tensioner on my 2005 kawasaki klr 650 motorcycle. These have been known to have problems in this area, and sure enough the spring that is to tension the balance chain as it wears was broken and inoperative. This meant that if…
Other Kawasaki KL650A years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 KL650A | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 KL650A | 3 | 1 |
| 2005 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 KL650A | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 KL650A | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 KL650A | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Kawasaki KL650A?
Owners most often report engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Kawasaki KL650A?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Kawasaki KL650A a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other KL650A model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.