The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·11V316000·Announced 2011-06-08

Kawasaki Recalls 2009-2010 KLX250 Motorcycles for Fuel Tank Leak Risk

Kawasaki is recalling 2009-2010 KLX250 motorcycles because fuel tank cracks could cause leaks, posing a fire or explosion risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly states that the defect could cause a fire or explosion possibly resulting in injury or death, which aligns with the rubric criteria for significant injury reports or structural defects posing severe risks.

Plain-English summary

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 KLX250 motorcycles. The recall involves approximately 9,460 vehicles. The defect is located in the fuel tank assembly mounting.

The fuel tank could leak from cracks at the spot welds on the side mount tabs. This cracking is caused by stress resulting from excessive clearance between the fuel tank and a frame-mounted rubber damper. Fuel leakage in the presence of a spark or flame could cause a fire or explosion, possibly resulting in injury or death.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KAWASAKI KLX250
Brand
KAWASAKI
Manufacturer
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
9,460

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • KLX250

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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