2005 Kawasaki EX250F19 recalls
Reported Jan 3, 2007 · 29,559 vehicles affected · KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Problem: On certain ninja motorcycles, the fuel tank may have been punctured or weakened by a fairing mounting screw or manufacturing operation.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the tank if necessary. The recall began on january 11, 2007. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
2005 Kawasaki EX250F19 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,700 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Kawasaki EX250F19 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 2,700 miles · reported Jun 26, 2012
The contact owns a 2005 kawasaki ex250f19. While parked, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank where the mounting screw was located. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 07v003000 (Fuel system, gasoline:storage) that may be related to the failure. The technician inspected the vehicle and stated that the screw had not punctured the fuel tank and refused to perform the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 2,700.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 37,353 miles · reported Jan 5, 2011
Motorcycle has a fuel tank leak at the mounting tabs of the tank. Gasoline pours out from around the weld area of the front mounts. It was pouring gasoline all over the motor. Some of the roads and freeways I travel are bumpy. Occasionally, I may have hit potholes that might have put stress on the mounts. Upper fairing stay also broke, very common failure according to other riders ( Http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/my_upper_fairing_stay_is_broken ), at lower mount and could have put stress on the gas tank. I have been riding the motorcycle for the past months with another fuel tank from my other…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 5 miles · reported Jul 24, 2010
I own a 2005 kawasaki ex250 motorcycle that had a gas tank puncture resulting from the screws that mount the front cowling to the tank. After smelling a persistent, strong gas odor near the parked bike I investigated by removing the cowling and gasoline began running out of one of the screw holes. I immediately bought a brand new kawasaki gas tank and installed it myself (A very simple procedure that the kawasaki dealer said would take them three weeks to get to because their service department was backed up). Soon after replacing the tank, I discovered that there was a recall in force for…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jul 26, 2007
The contact owns a 2005 kawasaki ex250f19. The contact stated that the vehicle was under a recall. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a crash in which the contact's spouse sustained cuts and underwent surgery on her knee. A police report was filed. While the vehicle was in the shop, the contact took the fuel tank and the recalled component to the dealer for repair. However, the dealer refused to work on it and stated that they needed the entire vehicle present in order to perform the recall repair. The purchase date, engine size, transmission type, powertrain, recall number, and…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Kawasaki EX250F19 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Kawasaki EX250F19: 07V-003 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Kawasaki EX250F19?
Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,700 miles.
Are Kawasaki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kawasaki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.