The 2008 Kawasaki KLR650 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving muffler mount bolts that can loosen from heat and vibration until the muffler separates from the motorcycle, creating a road hazard and crash risk. The wiring harness can also chafe against the frame until it wears through and cuts engine power, leaving the rider without propulsion in traffic. There is also a concern with the turn signal mounting stalks, which can crack and break, preventing the signals from working and leaving other drivers without warning of an intended turn.
At a glance
What can fail
The main wiring harness can rub against the frame and wear through, causing the engine to stall and lose power while riding.
What the fix does
Dealers will reinforce the wiring harness and reroute it to prevent it from rubbing against the frame.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The bolts holding the muffler in place can loosen from exhaust heat and engine vibration. If they come completely loose, the muffler can separate from the motorcycle.
What the fix does
The dealer will strip paint from the muffler mount, then replace the mount bolts, nuts, washers, and gasket.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The turn signal mounting stalks can break, preventing the turn signals from working properly and failing to show other riders your turning intentions.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace all four turn signal assemblies on your motorcycle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
