Kawasaki ZX14 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 27, 2025 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kawasaki ZX14, across 2 model years (2006–2011). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is structure.

Peak: 2006, with 5 complaints
2006: 5200652011: 120111

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Kawasaki ZX14 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No ZX14 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2006 ZX14: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2011 ZX14: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Kawasaki ZX14 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Structure211
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Power Train110
Service Brakes110
Steering111
Suspension110

All Kawasaki ZX14 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2011 ZX1410—Service Brakes
2006 ZX1450—Structure

More from Kawasaki: all Kawasaki models · VIN decoder

Frequently asked questions

Which Kawasaki ZX14 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (5), 2011 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Kawasaki ZX14?

Structure, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Kawasaki ZX14 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.