2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ZG1400A8F years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 67%), typically at around 34,500 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 67% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 33% | 14,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 4,628 my zg1400a8f/a8fl, and zg1400b8f/b8fl motorcycles. Trapped road debris may interfere with free movement of the rear brake pedal, preventing full release of the rear brake which can lead to overheating damage and possible brake failure.
Risk: Brake failure could result in a crash.
Fix: Kawasaki will install a cover on the brake pedal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about january 8, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.
Equipment
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 4,645 my 2008 zg1400a8f, zg1400a8fl, zg1400b8f, and zg1400b8fl motorcycles. The pivot pin for the latches that secure the saddlebags to the vehicle can break if force is applied to either saddlebag such as in the event the vehicle falls over while parked or if the saddlebag is improperly attached.
Risk: Continued use of the vehicle with either saddlebag latch broken can result in the saddlebag coming free of its mount during vehicle operation, creating the possibility of a crash resulting in injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the saddlebag latch assemblies free of charge with reinforced latches. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 866-802-9381.
Equipment
Problem: Kawasaki is recalling 3,611 my 2008 zg1400a8f, zg1400a8fl, zg1400b8f, and zg1400b8fl motorcycles. The rear carrier platform could break if a kawasaki genuine accessory luggage system is installed on the carrier platform and a passenger leans against it.
Risk: The carrier platform and luggage system could become detached from the vehicle, creating the potential for a crash which could result in injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear carrier platform if necessary. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners may contact kawasaki at 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.
When riding the motorcycle i braked hard to test out the abs system. The abs system triggered as it should modulating the braking. When i let off the brakes, the rear brake did not release and the vehicle continued to slow coming to a stop in the middle of the road. The rear brake would not release…
Exiting exit 115 northbound on i-75 and went to apply the brakes i found i had no rear brakes whatsoever. Likewise, as i continued on to a safe spot to park the bike the back wheel would occasionally feel as if it was trying to lock up. It was as if the abs was malfunctioning when i was making low…
Antilock brake unit failure, resulting in total rear brake loss. The abs unit is composed of 2 separate half's. One half controls the front brakes, and one for the single rear caliper. The magnetic solenoid in the distribution block of the unit, stuck in it's bore. This results in a total fluid…
Rear brake pedal does not depress. Rear brake does not engage. *tr
The current brake pads had 9000 miles on them, very broken it with plenty of free play. Wheel spins fine when brakes not applied. Rear brake dragging almost to lock up. Burned the rotor and melted the brake pads. This happened very suddenly after one days ride. When noticed the rear wheel still was…
Other Kawasaki ZG1400A8F years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F?
Owners most often report service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8F a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZG1400A8F model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.