2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
The 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes Hydraulic (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL, potentially affecting up to 793 vehicles.
Recall 12V081000 — STRUCTURE
| 793 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* 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 300. UPDATED 12/31/12 *BF UPDATED 01/03/13
TL* 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 300. UPDATED 12/31/12 *BF UPDATED 01/03/13
Safety Rating for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 KAWASAKI EX650ECFL
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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