2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 11, 2009 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,300 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 2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL problems

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

Exterior Lighting1 · ~5,300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting1100%5,300——

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

2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL recalls (1)

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Exterior lighting:turn signalOct 6, 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V520000 · 5,804 vehicles

Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 5,804 my 2008 kl650e8f and kl650e8fl (california) motorcycles. The turn signal stalk(s) can break, resulting in the signal assembly hanging by the wire harness.

Risk: This could create a possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace all four turn signal assemblies. The recall began on october 13, 2008. 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.

Headlight lamp failure headlight lamp was replaced at 4800 miles the second (new) headlamp has now failed after less than 500 miles ignition starter switch contacts corrosion, failed to turn over engine. This was repaired by the dealer under warranty. This motorcycle model has a safety recall…

Exterior Lighting · received Jul 11, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10276386

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL?

Owners most often report exterior lighting problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL?

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

Was the 2008 Kawasaki KL650E8FL a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other KL650E8FL model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.