Kawasaki VN800-B8 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 1 owner complaint for 1 model year. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0

Choose a model year

Kawasaki VN800-B8 by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2003 VN800-B8210000

Most reported Kawasaki VN800-B8 problems

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Other1
Engine and Engine Cooling1

All Kawasaki VN800-B8 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
04V-008Jan 6, 20042003Vehicle Speed ControlOn 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.
03V-255Jul 24, 20032003Fuel System, GasolineOn 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…

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Kawasaki VN800-B8?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2003 Kawasaki VN800-B8 has the most reports (1). Check the 2003 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Kawasaki VN800-B8 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering Kawasaki VN800-B8 model years 2003.

What are the most common Kawasaki VN800-B8 problems?

Owners report fuel system, other, engine and engine cooling problems most often.