2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 23, 2005 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 100 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10 problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~100 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline150%100——
Vehicle Speed Control150%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 1 complaints
2004: 1200412005: 120051

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10 recalls (1)

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Vehicle speed controlJan 6, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V008000 · 2,082 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, accelerator pump diaphragms may be damaged from excessive assembly clamping pressure, which can allow fuel to leak from the pump actuating rod area.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the accelerator pump diaphragm. Owner notification began on january 20, 2004. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-949-770-0400.

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.

The vehicle leaked fuel and stalled while stopped or making turns. *nm recall# 04v008000. *sc

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jan 31, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10111203

While driving at any speed, the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the gas cap needed to be replaced. However, the problem recurred and the vehicle was taken to…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 7, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10091482

Other Kawasaki VN800-A10 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200421

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10?

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

Was there a recall on the 2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 Kawasaki VN800-A10 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN800-A10 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.