2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 10, 2005 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other ZX636 B2 years
Not enough data
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 4,430 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~4,430 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling2100%4,430——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 1 complaints
2004: 1200412005: 120051

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2 recalls (1)

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Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipeOct 16, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V387000 · 11,018 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the welds securing the muffler to its clamp could fail from vibration, allowing the muffler to separate from the exhaust pipe.

Risk: This can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the muffler and install a rubber damper. Owner notification began on october 20, 2003. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

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.

I found a broken idler lever on my 2004 a18 kawasaki klr 650.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Feb 10, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10110277

Exhaust bolt fell off while driving. Muffler fell into the street. Dealer filed a claim with the manufacturer, who stated this was not a manufacturing issue.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 20, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10092871

Other Kawasaki ZX636 B2 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200421

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 Kawasaki ZX636 B2 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZX636 B2 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.