2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VN800-B8 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 40 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 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 | 1 | 100% | 40 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 100% | 40 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Problem: On certain motorcycles, contaminated fuel used during the final engine inspection process may have caused deterioration of the carburetor accelerator pump diaphragm, which could lead to fuel leakage from the accelerator pump chamber.
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 july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.
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.
Continual engine stalling at speeds of 60 to 80mph. Air is not being sent properly threw the gas lines. Not properly ventilated. *la
Other Kawasaki VN800-B8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, other problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN800-B8 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.