2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL recalls and problems

The 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kawasaki dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL recalls

Recall 12V-081: Structure

Reported Mar 1, 2012 · 793 vehicles affected · KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.

Problem: Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2012 ex250jcf/a/al/l ninja 250, ex650ecf/l ninja 650 and kle650ccf/l versys motorcycles manufactured from september 13, 2011 through october 25, 2011. Due to engine vibration and damage during assembly, the circlips on the footpeg mounting pins can break and fall off and cause the footpeg to detach from the motorcycle.

Risk: If the foot peg detaches, it could create a road hazard for other vehicle traffic and possibly distract the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger footpeg pin circlips, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2012. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 300 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 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 300 miles · reported Nov 16, 2012
The contact owns a 2012 kawasaki ex650ecfl motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at 35 MPH, the rear break pedal failed, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The contact stated that the driver was unable to stop the motorcycle and crashed into a wall. The driver sustained a broken shoulder bone, fractured ribs. In addition, three bones in his spine were fractured and both lungs were bruised. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was deemed as destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL: 12V-081 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Kawasaki EX650ECFL?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 300 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.