2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ZG1400A8FL years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL 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.
Other Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Kawasaki ZG1400A8FL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZG1400A8FL model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.