VehicleVerdict

Kawasaki Kl650e years to avoid

Across 2006–2012, no single Kl650e year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2008 drew the most complaints; 2012 the fewest.

23

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2006–2012

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Kawasaki Kl650e NHTSA complaints by model year14 complaints2006: 2 complaints2008: 14 complaints2009: 6 complaints2012: 1 complaints
Kawasaki Kl650e NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Kl650e year

YearComplaintsRecalls
201210
200962
2008143
200620

Common questions

What is the best year for the Kawasaki Kl650e?

By complaint volume, 2012 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Kl650e years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Kawasaki Kl650e have?

Across all model years, the Kl650e has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 23 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.