2020 Kawasaki KLX230 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 25, 2019 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other KLX230 years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230. That is the most of any KLX230 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 25 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2020 Kawasaki KLX230 problems

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

Engine1 · ~25 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%25——

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

2020 Kawasaki KLX230 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230.

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.

Just purchased a 2020 kawasaki klx 230 alf. I rode it around the backyard for several minutes. When, i would come to a stop for just a couple of seconds, i noticed a burning smell. It smelled like someone was burning leaves. As i looked down at the header pipe, it was glowing orange!!! Leaves and…

Engine · received Dec 25, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11291143

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230?

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

Was there a recall on the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2020 Kawasaki KLX230 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other KLX230 model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.