2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 10, 2020 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Ninja ZX-14R years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R. That is the most of any Ninja ZX-14R model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 23,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~23,000 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~4,390 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic150%23,000——
Unknown or Other150%4,390——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512020: 120201

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 kawasaki ninja zx-14r motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the rear brakes was activated however, failed to operate as designed. The motorcycle was taken to dells power sports located at 3105 us 40 hwy west, blue springs mo 64015, to…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jul 10, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11338559

I was attempting to make a lefthand turn. As i accelerated, the motorcycle stalled and reacted as if it were in neutral. Oncoming traffic was approaching and when the rpms came down a bit, the motorcycle began to accelerate. It happened more than one occasion today. It's still doing. I believe…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 3, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10731849

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, unknown or other problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ninja ZX-14R model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.