Kawasaki Versys Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki Versys, across 3 model years (2008–2011). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is visibility.
Kawasaki Versys years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Versys model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Versys: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 Versys: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2011 Versys: 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 Versys problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki Versys model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Versys | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2009 Versys | 7 | 0 | — | Visibility | |
| 2008 Versys | 6 | 0 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki Versys years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (7), 2008 (6), 2011 (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 Versys?
Visibility, with 10 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki Versys have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.