Does the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kawasaki dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL?

1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Kawasaki been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kawasaki dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL recalls, newest first

April 8, 2008NHTSA 08V158000487 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: Kawasaki is recalling 487 my 2008 EX250J8F and EX250J8FL motorcycles. An engine crankcase vent hole in the air filter box may be blocked. If so, air pressure can build up inside the engine, causing the cylinder head cover gasket to fail and leak oil.
Consequence: If enough oil leaks from the engine, it could drip or spray onto the rear tire. This can create the risk of a crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the air filter box and replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 11, 2008NHTSA 08V1150001,526 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: Kawasaki is recalling certain my 2008 EX250J8F and EX250J8FL motorcycles. The front brake hose may be damaged over a long period of use. The brake hose tends to deflect forward during suspension travel. This allows the brake hose to contact the edge of the front fork outer tube.
Consequence: Over time, this contact could damage the brake hose causing the brake fluid to leak and resulting in a lack of front brake performance. This can create the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hose bracket. The recall began on March 17, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 5, 2008NHTSA 08V052000532 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Tail lights

Summary: Kawasaki is recalling 532 my 2008 ninja EX250J8F and EX250J8FL motorcycles. The tail light bulb may prematurely fail.
Consequence: Inappropriate lighting could reduce visibility creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tail light bulb free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

And fittings1
Engine and engine cooling › Engine1
Hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic › Hoses1
Lines/piping1
Service brakes1

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Questions

Does the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kawasaki dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Kawasaki EX250J8FL?: 1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.