2008 Kawasaki Versys Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Versys years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Kawasaki Versys. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Versys model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (4 complaints, 67%), typically at around 1,400 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Kawasaki Versys problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 4 | 67% | 1,400 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 2,200 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Kawasaki Versys recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Kawasaki Versys.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2008 kawasaki versys motorcycle mirrors come loose and spin while underway. Occurs randomly after re-alignment and tightening internal and external nuts. This is a major safety concern when riding this motorcycle and the manufacturer/dealer should replace the existing mirrors with ones that do not…
I have a 2008 kawasaki versys and the mirrors move around,they will not stay at a fixed point. I think it is a safety issue nd would like kawasaki to fix this problem. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 kawasaki versys motorcycle. While driving 70 mph, the rear tire blew out. He was able to drive to the emergency lane. The tire shop stated that the failure was caused by a defective tech international valve stem and replaced the tire. There were previous tire failures on…
The problem: left mirror on the kawasaki versys motorcycle will not hold its position. Frequency: this is an ongoing problem. It effects my motorcycle about every 4 rides. From what i have read this is a normal frequency of occurrence. This issue renders the mirror useless and a major distraction…
The mirrors on my 2008 kawasaki versys motorcycle (bought in september, now with about 325 miles on it) will not stay as set: as i drive they loosen and flop around so that i have no rearward vision, unless i hold the mirror with my hand, which i don't believe is safe. I reported this to my dealer…
Other Kawasaki Versys years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Versys | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Versys | 7 | 0 |
| 2008 | 6 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Kawasaki Versys?
Owners most often report visibility, electrical system, equipment problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Kawasaki Versys?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Kawasaki Versys a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Versys model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.