Kawasaki Versys 650 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Kawasaki Versys 650, across 3 model years (2015–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is wheels.
Kawasaki Versys 650 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Versys 650 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 Versys 650: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2015 Versys 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 Versys 650 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki Versys 650 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Versys 650 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2016 Versys 650 | 2 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2015 Versys 650 | 1 | 0 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki Versys 650 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (2), 2015 (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 650?
Wheels, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki Versys 650 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.