2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 4, 2010 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VN1700A9FA years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 325 miles. Complaints mention 2 injuries. 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 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~325 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~400 mi
Structure1 · ~400 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling267%325——
Fuel System, Gasoline133%400——
Structure133%400——
Vehicle Speed Control133%———

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

2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA.

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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 2009 kawasaki voyager vn1700a9fa. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph he received second degree burns on both legs from the exhaust pipes. The contact stated that was a safety hazard because it produced excess heat when its in motion. The dealer and manufacturer were…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 4, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10364068

Re: 2009 kawasaki voyager motorcycle the motorcycle was purchased in mid june 2009. By the end of june 2009 i was complaining to the dealership about excessive engine heat and concern about it burning me. The dealership after conversations with the kawasaki factory in june and july 2009 told me…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 2, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10363660

2009 kawasaki vn1700a9fa voyager motorcycle. Consumer states unintended acceleration *tgw the consumer stated the motorcycle would rev occasionally while riding after it was warmed up. The incident would happened when he made a turn and while coasting up to a car stopped at a red light. The…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jun 7, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10334870

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, structure problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700A9FA a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN1700A9FA model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.