Recall 11V316 affects 9,460 2009-2010 Kawasaki KLX250 motorcycles for fuel tank cracks and leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki recalled 9,460 2009-2010 KLX250 motorcycles because stress near the fuel tank side mount tabs can crack the spot welds and let fuel leak. Fuel leakage near a spark or flame raises the risk of fire or explosion, and the Kawasaki dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel tank on 2009-2010 Kawasaki KLX250 motorcycles stores gasoline and holds it in place while the motorcycle moves over bumps and vibration. Side mount tabs help secure the tank to the frame, and a frame-mounted rubber damper is supposed to cushion the tank so the metal mounts are not carrying all of that movement.
On affected KLX250 motorcycles, there is excessive clearance between the fuel tank and that rubber damper. That gap lets extra stress concentrate at the spot welds on the side mount tabs. Over use, cracks can form at those welds, and gasoline can leak from the tank at the cracked area.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the crack has already opened, an owner can notice fuel around the side mount area, but the recall filing does not describe an earlier sign before the tank cracks.
Who's affected?
The same fuel-system mounting issue is listed for the KLX250 in 2009 and 2010.
| 2010 Kawasaki KLX250 | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Kawasaki KLX250 | fuel system |
| Units affected | 9,460 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Fuel leaking near a spark or flame can cause a fire or explosion, with injury or death as the stated risk. There is no listed warning sign before the problem becomes dangerous, so schedule the recall inspection soon and keep open flames away from the motorcycle. Repair will be free at any franchised Kawasaki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Kawasaki KLX250 is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Kawasaki dealer and ask whether the free fuel-tank inspection and correction is open for your motorcycle.
- Reference recall number 11V316 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Kawasaki mailed one to you.
- Park the motorcycle away from sparks, flame, and enclosed structures if you smell fuel or see a leak.
- Call Kawasaki Consumer Services at 866-802-9381 with recall questions before arranging dealer service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kawasaki technician inspects the fuel tank for cracking or leakage around the spot welds on the side mount tabs. If the tank needs correction, the dealer performs that work under the recall at no charge. The source remedy says the safety recall began on June 16, 2011, but this section does not have an available remedy status. Confirm the current repair process with a Kawasaki dealer before arranging service.
Timeline
| June 8, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 16, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V316?
Recall 11V316 covers 9,460 2009-2010 Kawasaki KLX250 motorcycles with a fuel-tank mounting defect. Stress near the side mount tabs can crack spot welds and let fuel leak. Kawasaki dealers will inspect and correct the fuel tank free of charge.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Kawasaki KLX250 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V316. If it is, contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer to schedule the fuel-tank inspection and correction. Reference recall number 11V316 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kawasaki dealers will inspect and correct the fuel tank free of charge. Kawasaki Consumer Services is listed at 866-802-9381 for owner questions about this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fuel leakage near a spark or flame, which creates a fire or explosion hazard with injury or death risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and correction before continuing regular use.
When did Kawasaki start the recall repair?
Kawasaki began the safety recall on June 16, 2011. That date is in the past, so owners of included 2009-2010 KLX250 motorcycles should contact a franchised Kawasaki dealer now for the free fuel-tank inspection and correction.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V316000 |
|---|---|
| Kawasaki customer service | 866-802-9381 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V316 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V316000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →