1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VN1500G1 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 31,501 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 100% | 31,501 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1.
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.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 kawasaki vn1500g1. Whenever the vehicle is started, the oil light illuminates followed by a tapping noise coming from the upper end of the motorcycle. The vehicle has not been inspected; however, the dealer stated that he needed a new motor because the oil pump may be…
I was going for a day ride rolled out the bike did a once over and warm up. Upon departure i was approximately 1//4 mi. Away traveling at 35 mph. And the oil light came on. I was able to shut down in a quick and safe manner. Initial inspection showed oil level at proper level. Further inspection…
Other Kawasaki VN1500G1 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Kawasaki VN1500G1 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN1500G1 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.