Kawasaki VN1500-E6 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 15, 2004 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 3 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki VN1500-E6, across 1 model years (2003–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Kawasaki VN1500-E6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No VN1500-E6 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2003 VN1500-E6: 1 complaint, 3 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 VN1500-E6 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling110

All Kawasaki VN1500-E6 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2003 VN1500-E613—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Kawasaki VN1500-E6 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (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 VN1500-E6?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Kawasaki VN1500-E6 have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.