2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 23, 2010 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VN1700B9FA years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 6,000 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 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA problems

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

Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~6,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Vehicle Speed Control1100%6,000——

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

2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA.

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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.

2009 kawasaki vulcan voyager 1700 abs motorcycle. Throttle intermittently stays open when slowing down to stop, in traffic or a corner. Engine revs range between 1800 - 2400 rpm, meaning i have to ride the brake into the corner to control the speed letting go at the last second to safely take the…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Oct 23, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10361855

Other Kawasaki VN1700B9FA years

YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA?

Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 Kawasaki VN1700B9FA a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN1700B9FA model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.