Kawasaki KLX250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Kawasaki KLX250, across 4 model years (2009–2019). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Kawasaki KLX250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No KLX250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 KLX250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2012 KLX250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2009 KLX250: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 KLX250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki KLX250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 KLX250 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2012 KLX250 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2010 KLX250 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 KLX250 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki KLX250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (1), 2012 (1), 2009 (1). 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 KLX250?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki KLX250 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.