Kawasaki Ninja 650 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki Ninja 650, across 1 model years (2017–2017). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Kawasaki Ninja 650 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Ninja 650 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Ninja 650: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
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 Ninja 650 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki Ninja 650 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ninja 650 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki Ninja 650 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (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 Ninja 650?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki Ninja 650 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.