Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R, across 5 model years (2013–2024). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Ninja ZX-14R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 Ninja ZX-14R: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2024 Ninja ZX-14R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2023 Ninja ZX-14R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ninja ZX-14R | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2023 Ninja ZX-14R | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2022 Ninja ZX-14R | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2014 Ninja ZX-14R | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2013 Ninja ZX-14R | 1 | 0 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (2), 2024 (1), 2023 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.