2008 KAWASAKI ZG1400B8F
3 recalls — 1 complaints — 2 TSBs
08V623000 Nov 26, 2008
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
BRAKE FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
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.
08V048000 Jan 31, 2008
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
08V047000 Jan 31, 2008
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 I... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
SUSPENSION
Feb 9, 2009
Incident date: Nov 10, 2008
MOTORCYCLE RANDOMLY SWERVES TOWARDS LEFT, UNDER INTERSTATE DRIVING CONDITIONS (55 - 65 MPH), ON DAYS WITH NO SIDE WIND OR CROSS WIND. I CALLED AND CHECKED KNOWN DEFECTS WITH MANUFACTURER & DEALER - NONE REPORTED. DEALER (SUNRISE CYCLE NORFOLK VA) CHECKED BIKE - FOUND REAR AXLE MISALIGNED. DEALER COR... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2008 KAWASAKI ZG1400B8F
2 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
| 220000 SEATS | 1 |
MC20-07
Jul 23, 2020
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Service Bulletin MC20-07 - Kawasaki has created an inspection procedure to address any owner related questions about the proper way to install the seat on their ZG1400. All 2008 through 2020 models are eligible for inspection if the owner e
MC20-07
Jul 23, 2020
220000 SEATS
Service Bulletin MC20-07 - Kawasaki has created an inspection procedure to address any owner related questions about the proper way to install the seat on their ZG1400. All 2008 through 2020 models are eligible for inspection if the owner e
KAWASAKI ZG1400B8F — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KAWASAKI ZG1400B8F across all model years (2008–2008).
3
Total Recalls
1
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths