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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 11V316000

2010 Kawasaki Klx250 | 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 — Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: mounting

Published June 9, 2011 · Recall initiated: June 8, 2011

Summary

NHTSA records recall 11V316000, published June 9, 2011 and initiated June 8, 2011. Recalling firm: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.; 2010 Kawasaki Klx250 | 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 — Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: mounting.

What's the hazard

KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 KLX250 MOTORCYCLES. THE FUEL TANK COULD LEAK FROM CRACKS AT THE SPOT WELD(S) ON THE SIDE MOUNT TABS DUE TO STRESS CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND A FRAME-MOUNTED RUBBER DAMPER.

What to do

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THE FUEL TANK AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI CONSUMER SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT 866-802-9381.

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Recall details

Brand
KAWASAKI
Model
KLX250
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Lot
2010 KAWASAKI KLX250 | 2009 KAWASAKI KLX250
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2010 Kawasaki Klx250 | 2009 Kawasaki Klx250 — Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: mounting recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V316000 on June 9, 2011. Reported hazard: KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 KLX250 MOTORCYCLES. THE FUEL TANK COULD LEAK FROM CRACKS AT THE SPOT WELD(S) ON THE SIDE MOUNT TABS DUE TO STRESS CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND A FRAME-MOUNTED RUBBER DAMPER.

What should I do if I have this product?

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THE FUEL TANK AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI CONSUMER SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT 866-802-9381.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KAWASAKI. Model: KLX250.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)