Vehicle recall 08V520000 · October 6, 2008
Kawasaki KL650E8F and KL650E8FL
The turn signal stalk(s) can break, resulting in the signal assembly hanging by the wire harness.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kawasaki is recalling 5,804 my 2008 KL650E8F and KL650E8FL (california) motorcycles. The turn signal stalk(s) can break, resulting in the signal assembly hanging by the wire harness.
- Consequence
- This could create a possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace all four turn signal assemblies. The recall began on October 13, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
- Notes
- Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V520000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 6, 2008
- Filed by
- KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
- Owner notification
- October 13, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,804
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kawasaki KL650E8F (2008): 2008
- Kawasaki KL650E8FL (2008): 2008
Has your Kawasaki been repaired?
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